Ukraine has published technical details on the Russian new S8000 ‘Banderol’ cruise rocket.
The weapon is performed using an airplane model, which is available in network markets, such as AliExpress for about $ 16,000, according to Ukrainian Main Coast Administration (GUR).
Newsweek He contacted the Russian government for comment by email.
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Why is it important
Russia has applied a cheap missile for almost a month to strike the goals across Ukraine, according to Ukrainian sockets Defense Express.
The publication suggests that Moscow tries to produce a massive rockets for wide, quick scheduling in non-selective attacks.
What to know
According to Gur, the rocket developed sanctioned Russian work on Kronstadt. US cash office says that the company supports the Russian Ministry of Defense by developing and manufacturing, software and integrated solutions for its unmanned aviation and defense industry.
Kyiv’s intelligence cited the unique feature of weapons S8000 his ability to perform a sharp conversion than conventional Russian cruise missiles – such as KH-101, and HH-69 – and still maintain a traditional rocket path.
It was said that the S8000 runs jet fuel, carrying growth of weight up to £ 330 and has a range of approximately 310 miles.
A cruise missile consists of parts from China, USA, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Gur said.
It was added that in its electronics identified almost 20 microchipes from the American, Chinese, Swiss, Japanese and South Korean manufacturers.
This includes a Chinese Swiwin Sw800Pro jet engine, “a model of an airplane that is available via the Internet markets (approximately $ 16,000 in AliExpress),” Gur said.
What do people say
The Gur It was said in the statement: “Most foreign electronics used in the S8000 are delivered through Chip & DIP, one of the largest electronics distributors Russia.
“Over 20 key components of the S8000 and about 30 companies involved in its product production or supply.”
What happens next
Russia is likely to continue strikes against Ukraine after refused to accept the 30-day unconditional recircciliaric fire proposed by Ukraine and its European allies.
The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said 10. May that “full and unconditional ceasefire must begin on Monday, 12. May, at least 30 days.”
Added: “Under such an interruption of fire, we will be able to jointly agree with the Foundation for Peace.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin still must answer the invitation of Zelenia on Thursday to attend peace talks in Turkey.
Ukrainian presidential advisor Mykhailo Podolyak said on Tuesday that Zelensky would not talk to whoever Putin.
2025-05-13 12:28:00
