Russia set to take revenge of massive attack by Ukraine, may use deadly missile named..., bad news for Zelenskyy due to...
Russia set to take revenge of massive attack by Ukraine, may use deadly missile named...., bad news for Zelenskyy due to....
Ukraine had recently attacked a Russian airbase with its suicide drones, causing Russia to suffer heavy losses. After the attack, Kyiv claimed that it had targeted Russia's A-50, TU-95, TU-22M3, and TU-160 fighter jets. The attack has made Russian President Vladimir Putin furious. He recently said during his conversation with former US President Donald Trump that a befitting reply would be given to the Ukrainian attack.
While suicide drones and tanks remained in the headlines in the Russia-Ukraine war, another weapon is in the news, the 'Zircon Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile'. 'It is not an ordinary missile, but a war weapon that Moscow is calling its game changer.' What is Zircon Missile?
The Zircon missile is specially designed by Russia for its navy. Its purpose is to destroy enemy ships.The missile is considered to be the most modern and deadly hypersonic missile which travels at hypersonic speed i.e. 9 times faster than the speed of sound, making it impossible to shoot down. Its range is about 1000 kms. How Does This Missile Work?
This weapon system is capable of launching from naval vessels and utilises hypersonic speeds to eliminate enemy escape opportunities. Its primary targets are large enemy ships, aircraft carriers, and maritime military supplies. Zircon Missile Role In Ukraine War?
The Ukrainian army confirmed that Russia recently attacked with the Zircon missile, stating that it caused heavy damage. However, Russia has not confirmed it. As per defence analysts Moscow is using the missile to increase pressure on Kyiv as its air defence system is not yet capable of dealing with hypersonic weapons, making Zircon a big challenge for the country. Why Zircon Is A Game Changer For Russia?
Current US and NATO technology lacks the capability to effectively counter a new Russian missile system. Its speed allows for rapid, precise targeting, granting Russia a significant naval advantage, particularly in the Black Sea and Baltic Sea regions.
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