Ukraine Confirms First Combat Launch of Indigenous FP-7 Ballistic Missile
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on October 1, 2026, that Ukraine has conducted its first combat use of the domestically produced FP-7 tactical ballistic missile. Developed by defense contractor Fire Point, the weapon has a range of approximately 200 kilometers and is significantly cheaper than the US-made ATACMS. While Zelensky shared video footage of the launch, he did not disclose the specific target or location. This milestone marks a shift from testing to operational use, occurring amidst intensified Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure and ongoing Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.
8 days ago•Source: Kyiv Post
