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Ukraine deploys FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for first time, Zelenskiy says
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Key Points:
- Ukraine has deployed its FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who thanked those involved and indicated plans for production.
- Zelenskiy did not specify the location or target of the missile's first combat use, but the FP-7 is described as a short-range missile with a range of about 200 km.
- The FP-7 is developed by Fire Point and is intended as a ballistic interceptor within the European missile defense program Freyja, which aims to have a prototype ready in the first half of next year.
- Ukraine views the development of its own tactical ballistic missiles as crucial for its defense, especially in response to frequent Russian ballistic missile strikes on Ukrainian targets.
- Earlier test results of Ukraine’s tactical ballistic missiles showed promising potential, according to Zelenskiy and Ukrainian military analysts.
