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Russia Has Up to 700 Ballistic Missiles, 6,200 Attack Drones Ready to Strike Ukraine, Intelligence Says
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In Short: Ukrainian intelligence reports indicate Russia has stockpiled up to 700 ballistic missiles and more than 6,200 attack drones, posing a significant threat to Ukraine.
In September, Vadym Skibitsky, deputy head of HUR, said Russia planned to complete testing of a new ballistic missile with a range of up to 800 kilometers (497 miles) by the end of 2026.
According to HUR, Russia currently has around 115 Iskander-M ballistic missiles in its arsenal and produces up to 65 per month.
Russia has also temporarily halted production of Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles due to unsatisfactory accuracy, redirecting production capacity towards conventional ballistic missiles.
Ukrainian intelligence reports that Russia's state order for Geran attack drones and decoy drones has exceeded 100,000 units this year.
Russia's stockpile includes more than 120 Zircon hypersonic missiles, though production remains relatively low, with just over 30 manufactured since the start of the year.
Additionally, Russia holds more than 450 Kalibr sea-launched cruise missiles, producing approximately 29 per month.
President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Tuesday evening that new intelligence points to Russian preparations for a massive strike, urging Ukrainians to heed air raid alerts.
Zelensky announced the first combat use of the FP-7 ballistic missile from Fire Point company, marking a significant development in Ukraine's defense capabilities.
The FP-7 ballistic missile, developed from the design of the 48N6 surface-to-air missile from the Russian S-400, was first announced on September 4, 2025, and its first combat use likely occurred on the night of September 30 to October 1.
Zelensky called on Ukraine's allies, particularly in Europe and the U.S., to transfer any means of protection to the country if they can.
Ukraine’s Air Force reported three Tu-160 strategic bombers taking off, with possible cruise missiles entering Ukrainian airspace after 3 a.m. local time.
Ukraine’s 60th Mechanized Brigade remains in full control of the city center, responding to Russian provocations with defiance.
Background
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What's confirmed
- In September, Vadym Skibitsky, deputy head of HUR, said Russia planned to complete testing of a new ballistic missile with a range of up to 800 kilometers (497 miles) by the end of 2026.
- According to HUR, Russia currently has around 115 Iskander-M ballistic missiles in its arsenal and produces up to 65 per month.
- Russia has also temporarily halted production of Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles due to unsatisfactory accuracy, redirecting production capacity towards conventional ballistic missiles.
- Ukrainian intelligence reports that Russia's state order for Geran attack drones and decoy drones has exceeded 100,000 units this year.
- Russia's stockpile includes more than 120 Zircon hypersonic missiles, though production remains relatively low, with just over 30 manufactured since the start of the year.
- Additionally, Russia holds more than 450 Kalibr sea-launched cruise missiles, producing approximately 29 per month.
- President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Tuesday evening that new intelligence points to Russian preparations for a massive strike, urging Ukrainians to heed air raid alerts.
- Zelensky announced the first combat use of the FP-7 ballistic missile from Fire Point company, marking a significant development in Ukraine's defense capabilities.
- The FP-7 ballistic missile, developed from the design of the 48N6 surface-to-air missile from the Russian S-400, was first announced on September 4, 2025, and its first combat use likely occurred on the night of September 30 to October 1.
- Zelensky called on Ukraine's allies, particularly in Europe and the U.S., to transfer any means of protection to the country if they can.
- Ukraine’s Air Force reported three Tu-160 strategic bombers taking off, with possible cruise missiles entering Ukrainian airspace after 3 a.m. local time.
- Ukraine’s 60th Mechanized Brigade remains in full control of the city center, responding to Russian provocations with defiance.
What's still developing
- Help rescue animals from the front line — shop our Companion Collection 🐾 President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Oct. 6 that Russia is preparing a large-scale attack on Ukraine and urged citizens to take air raid alerts seriously, citing recent intelligence.
- Some 62% of Ukrainians are ready to endure Russia's war for as long as necessary, according to a Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) poll published Oct. 6.
- "As enlargement countries advance on their path of reform, the EU must be ready to welcome them," Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a press release.
- Russia lost two Su-35 fighters thanks to a mid-air collision.
- Around 50 Kh-101 cruise missiles and 35 Iskander-M, KN-23 and Zircon ballistic missiles are reportedly ready, with Kyiv the priority target.
- Ukrainian commander Andriy Biletsky answered with a video from the city center: “Take off your clown noses and colorful wigs.”Ukraine’s 60th Mechanized Brigade remains in full control.www.kyivpost.com/post/83943 It has been a while since there was a reported hit on a bridge in the northern section of Crimea.
- Ministry says forces ready to safeguard sovereignty amid rising regional tensions The UAE Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran towards the country.
- North Korea has heightened tensions by launching several short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area towards the east coast, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff.
- The South Korean military remains on high alert, ready to respond to any provocations, as confirmed in an official statement by the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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