As of: 25.12.2021 3:04 a.m.
For the first time, Russia tested several zirconium hypersonic missiles at the same time. The successful tests are important for strengthening Russian security, said President Putin in a televised address.
According to President Vladimir Putin, Russia has successfully tested several hypersonic missiles at the same time. The tests were carried out on Friday night and were “successful and error-free,” said Putin in a televised address. For Russia this is “a major event and an important step in strengthening Russian security and improving its defense capabilities”.
Putin announced the development of the Zircon hypersonic missile in February 2019. Since then, the Russian army has carried out several tests with the missile. Up to now, however, Russia had not reported that several zirconium missiles were being tested at the same time.
International race for missile development
Hypersonic missiles can reach more than five times the speed of sound and are maneuverable in flight. They are difficult to spot and intercept for conventional air defense. An international race has broken out between the USA, Russia and China for the development of hypersonic missiles.