Ukraine’s defence intelligence says Russia struck Kyiv with upgraded Iskander-1000 missiles built largely from foreign parts
Ukrainian Defence Intelligence said Russia has begun using modified 9M723-2 ballistic missiles, also known as Iskander-1000, against targets in Ukraine, including Kyiv.
U.S. completes first W76 Mk4B reentry body nearly three months early, strengthening submarine nuclear deterrent reliability
The National Nuclear Security Administration’s nuclear security enterprise and the U.S. Navy completed the first production W76 Mk4B reentry body nearly three months early.
Ukraine reports successful domestic ballistic missile test, pointing to surviving Sapsan programme despite Russian strike claims
Ukraine has carried out a successful test of a domestically developed ballistic missile, according to Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov before his dismissal.
U.S. Navy advances Trident II D5 ballistic missile life extension with $850 million award for strategic deterrence program
Lockheed Martin has received an $850 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy to continue design and development work on the Trident II D5 Life Extension 2 program.
U.S. Navy advances Trident II missile and new warhead modernization to sustain sea-based nuclear deterrence
The U.S. Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive Strategic Systems Programs is leading a major modernization of its sea-based nuclear weapon system.
Turkey unveils Yıldırımhan long-range ballistic missile model at SAHA 2026 defence exhibition
A model of the Yıldırımhan ballistic missile was presented during the SAHA 2026 defence industry exhibition held in Istanbul from May 5 to 9.
UAE says air defences intercepted hundreds of missiles and drones since February 28 amid regional escalation
The United Arab Emirates said its air defense systems have intercepted hundreds of incoming threats since the escalation of regional hostilities on February 28.
Khorramshahr missile illustrates Iran’s progress in long-range ballistic missile development
The Khorramshahr ballistic missile represents one of the most powerful elements of Iran’s missile arsenal and is derived from North Korea’s Hwasong-10 missile.
Ukrainian defence firm Fire Point develops FP-7 tactical ballistic missile with 200 km range and indigenous components
Ukrainian defence company Fire Point has announced that it has conducted a test of its new FP-7 tactical ballistic missile.
Iran fires ballistic missiles at U.S. Al Dhafra Air Base in UAE as THAAD system intercepts incoming threats
Iranian ballistic missiles targeted Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates, according to preliminary regional reports, with air defenses intercepting incoming threats near Abu Dhabi.
UK launches Project Nightfall to develop 500km-range deep strike ballistic missiles for Ukraine
UK Ministry of Defence has launched Project Nightfall to develop new tactical ballistic missiles to strengthen Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against Russian attacks.
UK Ministry of Defence launches Nightfall programme to procure new land-based tactical ballistic missiles
The UK Ministry of Defence has launched a process to identify industrial partners interested in supplying tactical ballistic missiles under the Nightfall programme, announced on 27 August 2025.