"Russia's First Use of Hypersonic Zircon Missile in Ukraine: Expert Analysis"

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"Russia's First Use of Hypersonic Zircon Missile in Ukraine: Expert Analysis"
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Experts believe that Russia has fired a Zircon hypersonic cruise missile for the first time in Ukraine, with evidence found from a recent attack. The missile, part of Russia's hypersonic program, can reach speeds of up to 6,000 mph and is touted as "invincible" by Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, analysis by researchers at the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise suggests that the missile may not meet the tactical and technical characteristics claimed by Russia.

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