missiles

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When Viktor Sevidov looked up to the sky above Ukraine's war-scarred landscape, he was not watching out for incoming missiles or drones.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

But Ukraine remains vulnerable to Russian ballistic missiles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

But they are efficient at high speeds, making them ideal for applications such as hypersonic cruise missiles.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

While the U.S. is cautious about allowing even close allies to use cruise missiles, Ukraine has an alternative.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

If the warheads were on the island, the missiles could be ready to fire in a couple of hours.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin