Iskander-1000 explained: Russia’s new 550-km missile strikes Kyiv for first time
- Posted on August 28, 2026
- By The Times of India
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Ukraine's Defence Intelligence has confirmed Russia's deployment of an advanced Iskander-1000 ballistic missile system capable of striking targets at distances exceeding 550 kilometers. This upgraded variant represents a significant escalation in Russia's military capabilities, having been utilized in recent attacks against Kyiv. The extended range and precision of this system pose considerable strategic challenges to Ukrainian defense operations and civilian infrastructure.
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