Moscow has denied claims by Kyiv that its air defenses had shot down a Kinzhal hypersonic missile during recent military exercises in Ukraine. The Russian missile, which can reportedly travel at speeds of up to Mach 10, was being tested as part of a military exercise.
Ukraine’s Defense Minister, Andriy Taran, had earlier claimed that the country’s air defenses had successfully intercepted and destroyed the missile. However, the Russian Defense Ministry has denied these claims, stating that all missiles used during the exercise had successfully hit their targets.
The Kinzhal missile is a key weapon in Russia’s military arsenal, and its hypersonic capabilities have been a cause for concern for many countries, including the United States. The missile can reportedly travel at speeds that make it difficult to intercept, making it a formidable weapon in the hands of Russia.
The recent tensions between Ukraine and Russia have led to concerns of a possible military conflict between the two countries. Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014 and its alleged involvement in the conflict in eastern Ukraine have strained relations between the two countries.
The issue of the Kinzhal missile adds to the already tense situation and raises concerns about the security implications of Russia’s hypersonic missile technology. It also highlights the need for countries to work towards disarmament and arms control to prevent an arms race and maintain global peace and security.
