OriginalSourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:29 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:29 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“FREYJA missile shield: Ukraine's new bet against Russian ballistic missiles”
“Ukraine has finalized its contribution to the multinational missile defence system FREYJA, designed for intercepting ballistic missiles. The programme relies on European partners for essential technologies necessary for testing.”
Ukraine completes its part of FREYJA missile defence, awaiting European components for testing.
Key points
- Ukraine and European partners developed the FREYJA system to intercept ballistic missiles.
- FP-7.X interceptor and launcher finished by Ukraine; key tech from Europe is pending.
- Initial testing aimed for end-2026, with battlefield deployment planned for 2027.
- Ten-country Integrated Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition includes Ukraine and European allies.
- Ukraine seeks to reduce dependence on Patriot by building an indigenous, affordable shield.
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