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Interceptor Weapons to Stop Russia’s Oreshnik Missiles — UNITED24 Media
UNITED24 Media • • world
Key Points:
- Ukraine has tested exo-atmospheric interception systems aimed at countering Russian ballistic missiles, including the Oreshnik missile, by launching interceptor weapons from high-altitude aircraft to engage threats beyond Earth's atmosphere.
- Ukrainian lawmaker Fedir Venislavskyi confirmed the experimental launches and stated that Ukraine is exploring serial production of these interception systems, though funding challenges remain due to ongoing military expenses.
- The development of these systems is part of Ukraine’s broader strategy to enhance its independent space capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign satellite infrastructure, highlighted by the recent launch of the Obria Nano test satellite in partnership with Danish manufacturer GomSpace.
- Ukraine’s push for technological independence has been accelerated by restrictions on Starlink communications, raising concerns about military command reliability, while Russia is expanding its own satellite network through the Rassvet project.
- Ukraine has also targeted Russian space industry facilities, such as the Progress Rocket and Space Centre in Samara, which produces Soyuz-2 launch vehicles, indicating a broader effort to disrupt Russia’s space and missile capabilities.
