Ukraine Claims New Russian Missile Reached Mach 11 Speed, Flew for 15 Minutes

KYIV, November 22, 2024 – Ukraine’s top intelligence agency reported on Friday that the Russian missile which struck Dnipro on Thursday flew for 15 minutes and reached speeds faster than Mach 11. According to the Main Directorate of Intelligence, the missile was likely launched from the “Kedr” missile complex in the Astrakhan region and hit the city of Dnipro after a rapid flight time.

The missile strike represents a significant escalation in Russia’s missile technology and capabilities, as it flew at an unprecedented speed compared to previous strikes. Ukraine’s defense officials have raised alarms over the growing threat posed by such advanced weapons in the ongoing conflict.

The missile’s high velocity and its potential implications for the war have sparked concern within the Ukrainian military and intelligence community, with further scrutiny expected in the coming days.