Russia’s Hypersonic Avangard ICBMs Pose an Unprecedented Threat to America
Russia has stepped up the development of its intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Here s What You Need to Remember: Such a combination of high speed and fast maneuverability could make it considerably difficult to counter with traditional anti-missile systems.
Russia has stepped up the development of its intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). In the New Year, its Strategic Missile Force will receive thirteen launchers equipped with the latest Yars and Avangard ICBMs. The Russian Ministry of Defense also announced that additional funds have been allocated for the production of the systems.
“In 2021, the Defense Ministry will deal with a number of priority rearmament tasks. It will have to put 13 launchers with Yars and Avangard intercontinental ballistic missiles on combat duty in the Strategic Missile Force,” Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Monday during the ministry’s enlarge