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war-in-ukraine3 days ago•3 min saved

Ukraine Strikes Russian Missile Fuel Plant, Oil Depot, and Yandex Data Center in Coordinated Overnight Campaign

Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale drone campaign overnight on October 8-9, targeting Russian missile fuel production, oil infrastructure, and digital infrastructure. Key hits included the Redkino Experimental Plant in Tver, which produces fuel for Kh-101 cruise missiles, and a Yandex data center in Kaluga. Russian officials claimed 505 drones were downed, while Ukrainian sources confirmed damage to multiple military and civilian targets across 19 regions.

via Kyiv Post|

#drone-strikes #missile-production #russian-infrastructure

war3 days ago•3 min saved

Ukraine Targets Deep-Strike Missile Fuel and Launch Infrastructure in Russia

Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed strikes on three Russian facilities involved in missile launch systems and fuel production on October 9. Targets included the Barmin Research Institute and a center for intercontinental ballistic missile disposal in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, as well as the Redkino Experimental Plant in Tver Oblast, which produces components for Kh-55 and Kh-101 cruise missiles. The Redkino plant, previously hit in February 2026, is under international sanctions. Separately, independent media reported drone strikes on the Lukoil Ukhta refinery in Komi Republic and an oil depot near Belgorod. These operations coincide with rising diplomatic tensions, as US President Donald Trump criticized Kyiv for attacking Russian refineries, while Zelensky maintained that such strikes are necessary self-defense measures to degrade Russian military potential.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#deep-strikes #diplomatic-tensions #energy-infrastructure

war-in-ukraine10 days ago•7 min saved

Ukraine Targets Russian Drone Hubs and Missile Supply Chain Amid Escalating Energy Strikes

Ukraine’s Armed Forces executed precision strikes on Russian military infrastructure across the Donetsk, Kherson, and Belgorod regions on October 2 and 3. Key targets included a strike drone launch facility near occupied Donetsk, a river crossing over the Mokri Yaly, and command posts in Belgorod. These actions are part of a broader campaign to degrade Russian rear logistics and air surveillance networks. Simultaneously, Ukrainian forces struck the Azov Optical-Mechanical Plant in Rostov Oblast, a facility critical for producing navigation components for Russian cruise and ballistic missiles. This strike follows a sustained campaign against Russian oil refineries, which has disrupted global fuel supplies and drawn criticism from US President Donald Trump.

via Kyiv Post|

#belgorod-region #drone-strikes #energy-infrastructure

global11 days ago•2 min saved

Leaked Docs Reveal Ukraine Strike on Key Russian Missile Supplier

Ukraine’s strike on the Azov Optical-Mechanical Plant in Rostov Oblast may have severed a critical supply chain for Russian missiles, according to leaked documents. The plant produced components for at least seven missile programs, including the Kh-101 and Oreshnik, with no alternative suppliers identified. Simultaneously, Ukraine intensified attacks on Russian oil refineries in Volgograd and Samara, defying US President Trump’s calls to halt such strikes amid global fuel shortages.

via Defense News|

#energy-infrastructure #global #missile-production

aerospace-and-defense1 month ago•4 min saved

Tomahawk Production Boom Set to Lift Defense Stocks

RTX won a seven-year, $22.9 billion contract to boost Tomahawk production to about 1,000 missiles per year, with broader increases across Patriot/THAAD and other missiles; suppliers like L3Harris and General Dynamics stand to benefit, though investors remain wary of defense-spending shifts tied to midterm politics.

via Barron's|

#aerospace-and-defense #defense-spending #missile-production

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Russia ramps up missiles and drones as Ukraine leans on Western air defenses

ISW's June 13 assessment says Russia is ramping up missile and drone production and assembling larger strike packages, with spending rising even as revenues fall; the report underscores Ukraine's reliance on Western air-defense support, while Russia launched 118 drones overnight and Ukraine struck energy and military infrastructure in Russia; no ground advances were reported on June 13.

via Kyiv Post|

#air-defense #drones #missile-production

world4 months ago•23 min saved

Russia Expands Missile Arsenal and Long-Range Capabilities Amid Ukraine War

ISW reports Russia is ramping up and modernizing missiles and drones in 2026, with monthly Kh-101 production around 40–50, Iskander-M around 60–70, and Iskander-K about 10, plus integration of KN-23 tech and a planned Iskander-1000 with up to 1,000 km range; Shahed/Geran drones are used in strikes, while the US Patriot system remains central to Ukraine’s defense and Kyiv seeks Patriot licenses and joint anti-ballistic efforts. Russia maintains high military spending and has raised its authorized military end-strength, with Putin issuing a decree to reach about 2.399 million personnel; UN reports May 2026 civilian casualties at a new high for the conflict. On June 13 there were no major ground advances, but large-scale strikes continued, underscoring the ongoing need for Western air-defense support to Ukraine.

via Institute for the Study of War|

#iskander-m #kh-101 #missile-production

military-and-foreign-policy11 months ago•9 min saved

Tensions Escalate as Iran Boosts Missile Capabilities Amid Rising Israel-Iran Conflict Risks

Iran has increased its missile production and improved missile capabilities, aiming to overwhelm Israeli defenses in potential future conflicts, amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear program and regional security. The country is also receiving Chinese assistance in rebuilding its missile arsenal, while concerns about nuclear site developments persist, raising fears of another conflict with Israel.

via The War Zone|

#conflict #iran #israel

world1 year ago•5 min saved

NATO's $1.4 Trillion Investment Sparks Shift Toward Enhanced Air Defense and Military Readiness

NATO plans to significantly boost its air defense capabilities in response to increased threats from Russia, but faces challenges in production capacity, industrial readiness, and coordination among member states, making quick improvements difficult despite increased spending.

via Business Insider|

#air-defense #military-modernization #missile-production

defense-industry2 years ago•4 min saved

France's Defense Minister Takes Tough Stance to Boost Weapon Output for Ukraine

The French government is pressuring local defense firms to accelerate the production of missiles and artillery shells, threatening measures such as requisitioning and order prioritization. This move comes in response to the conflict in Ukraine and aims to boost output for both domestic and export purposes. The government is urging defense firms to adopt a "war economy" footing and prioritize military orders over civilian ones, with a focus on speeding up production for various defense equipment, including missiles and shells. France plans to double its order for long-range Aster missiles and is preparing a new military aid package for Ukraine.

via Defense News|

#defense-industry #france #military-aid

militaryinternational-relations3 years ago•0 min saved

Ukraine Strikes Russian Missile Factory with Drones

Ukraine's Defense Intelligence claimed responsibility for a drone attack on a Russian aircraft plant involved in missile production, stating that three out of four drones hit their target and caused significant damage to the production facilities. The attack disrupted the manufacturing process for various versions of Kh-59 missiles. Russia's Defense Ministry and Smolensk regional authorities have not yet commented on the incident.

via Meduza|

#defense-intelligence #drone-attack #militaryinternational-relations

defenseinternational-relations3 years ago•8 min saved

Russia Defies Sanctions, Boosts Missile Production Despite Challenges

Russia has managed to expand its missile production beyond prewar levels, despite sanctions and export controls imposed by the West, leaving Ukraine vulnerable to intensified attacks. Moscow has used illicit networks and smuggling routes to secure critical components for missile production, bypassing export restrictions. The increased missile stocks pose a significant threat to Ukrainian citizens and infrastructure. The United States has provided air defense systems to help Ukraine defend against Russian missiles and drones, but the country still lacks sufficient coverage. While the West has tried to curb the export of key components to Russia, it has struggled to stop the flow through countries with ties to Moscow. Russia's military production has surged, with increased ammunition and tank production, but it faces shortages of rocket propellant and basic explosives. The increased military production has come at a great cost to the Russian economy, and further industrial gains may be constrained by labor shortages.

via The New York Times|

#defenseinternational-relations #military-buildup #missile-production

conflict3 years ago•1 min saved

"Drone Strikes Escalate in Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Targeting Factories and Airfields"

Ukraine's military intelligence claims that a drone strike set fire to a Russian factory on the outskirts of Moscow that produces microchips used in missile production. Videos on social media show thick smoke rising from the factory. Moscow's mayor asserts that the drone was shot down by Russian air defense systems, but a Ukrainian official disputes this. This is one of several recent drone strikes in Russia, with another microchip factory targeted earlier in the week. The extent of the damage and casualties is unclear.

via New York Post |

#conflict #drone-strike #microchip-factory

international-relations3 years ago•2 min saved

North Korean Leader Orders Surge in Missile Production Amidst Drills

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered factories to significantly increase missile production to prepare for any potential war with enemies, according to state media. Kim visited munitions factories and set a goal to boost missile production capacity to meet the needs of military units on the frontlines. He emphasized the urgency to increase shell production and ensure an overwhelming military force to prevent enemies from using their armed forces. This comes amid heightened tensions between North Korea, the United States, and South Korea, with the latter two countries announcing the start of the Ulchi Freedom Guardian summer exercises, described as the largest scale ever.

via The Hill|

#international-relations #kim-jong-un #military-preparedness

international-relations3 years ago•3 min saved

Kim Jong Un Orders Surge in Missile Production Ahead of US-South Korea Drills

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered a significant increase in the production of missiles and other weapons, according to state media. This comes as the US and South Korea announced major drills to enhance their joint capability against North Korea's nuclear threats. Kim visited munitions factories and set goals to boost production capacity, including the mass production of missiles. Experts believe Kim aims to use his modernized weapons arsenal to gain concessions from the US. The US-South Korean drills, set to begin next week, have been criticized by North Korea as a practice for invasion. Additionally, it was recently revealed that Russia's defense minister discussed selling more weapons to North Korea for its war with Ukraine.

via ABC News|

#international-relations #kim-jong-un #missile-production