# Ukraine intelligence claims Russia still has about 50 Kinzhal missiles after production pause

https://mins.news/en/item/27133

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-08-20 09:29 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/russia-has-50-kinzhal-missiles-after-pausing-production-hur-claims/

> Ukraine's Military Intelligence claims Russia has about 50 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles despite suspending production in April 2026 to improve accuracy. HUR says Moscow redirected resources to other missile systems while maintaining regular missile use against Ukraine.

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