Ukraine’s FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile strikes show improving performance, but production and accuracy limits remain
A Missile Matters analysis by Fabian Hoffmann says recent Ukrainian strikes using the FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile may point to improved performance by the heavy long-range weapon.
UK to lead $50 billion European deep precision strike initiative to strengthen NATO deterrence and long-range strike capabilities
The UK will lead a European initiative to increase funding for Deep Precision Strike capabilities across Europe.
Ukraine says June deep strikes hit 11 Russian oil refineries and eight defence industry sites at ranges beyond 2,000 km
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence said the Defence Forces expanded their deep strike campaign against Russian military-industrial infrastructure in June 2026.
U.S. Air Force seeks 1,000-nautical-mile next-generation missiles for China-focused air and maritime strike planning scenarios
The Air Force Long Range Weapon programme is expected to include air-to-air and air-to-surface variants.
Ukrainian drone strikes halted refining at Moscow’s Kapotnya oil refinery after damaging key units and fuel tanks
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said Ukrainian drone strikes had forced the Moscow oil refinery in the Kapotnya district to halt crude oil processing.
MBDA completes first Crossbow firings as ground-launched deep strike capability moves towards production in 2026
MBDA has announced the successful first firings of Crossbow, marking the latest milestone in the rapid development of a market-ready ground-launched deep strike capability.
MBDA and Ukrainian defence company Luch sign agreement to develop Neptune 2 cruise missile for deep strike capability
Luch and MBDA will work on disruptive innovation to develop the deep strike capability for Neptune 2.
Rotron Aerospace demonstrates SkyLance long-range strike system as UK expands sovereign defence capability
Rotron Aerospace has announced the successful demonstration and firing of its SkyLance long-range one-way effector platform, validating key propulsion and system performance characteristics.
UK and Germany advance deep precision strike missile programme aimed at strengthening long-range deterrence capabilities
The United Kingdom and Germany have taken further steps to advance the joint development of a Deep Precision Strike missile system capable of travelling more than 2,000 kilometres.
Ukraine and Netherlands launch joint deep-strike UAV production under ‘Build with Ukraine’ initiative
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has announced the launch of joint production of long-range drones with the Netherlands under the ‘Build with Ukraine’ initiative.
Denmark plans long-range strike capability to strengthen deterrence and future defence
The Danish Ministry of Defence has announced plans to acquire long-range strike capabilities as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s armed forces.
UK and Germany to develop new 2,000 km deep precision strike weapon
The United Kingdom and Germany have confirmed for the first time that they will work together to develop a new long-range strike capability with a range of over 2,000 km.