Russian Kalibr, Kh-101, and Kinzhal Missiles Continue Targeted Attacks on Ukraine: New Insights and Challenges
Since the beginning of active hostilities, Russia has relentlessly supplied its military with new missiles and upgraded its existing arsenal to carry out large-scale strikes against Ukraine.
According to Vadym Skibitskyi, deputy head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine’s Defense Ministry, the russians not only produce significant quantities of missiles — including Kalibr, Kh-101, and Kinzhal — but also deploy them immediately in combat situations.
This indicates a zero-tolerance policy towards delays in deploying military hardware, as all produced missiles are swiftly sent to the front lines.Skibitskyi emphasizes that the manufacturing and deployment of these missiles are strategic actions aimed at increasing pressure on Ukrainian defenses and destroying critical targets behind the front lines.
Meanwhile, Russia is attempting to develop its own navigation system for these weapons, but the current developments are far from complete and effective.
This results in unintended hits on civilian infrastructure, such as residential buildings, creating additional dangers for civilians.Strategically, the core targets of Russia’s massive strikes remain unchanged: primarily Ukrainian air defense systems, military aviation, and airfields.
The next targets are Ukrainian command and control systems, logistics hubs, and the military-industrial complex, complicating Ukraine’s defensive efforts.
Additionally, reports indicate that Russia’s production of the Oreshnik missile relies on Western equipment, raising concerns about the potential transfer of technology and support for ongoing aggression. Ukrainian drones recently struck the Arzamas plant, where Russian forces manufacture components for the Kh-101 and Kh-32 missiles, demonstrating Ukraine’s capability to effectively intercept and target key enemy facilities.