# Ukraine’s missile gap: Kyiv struggles to close the ballistic divide

https://mins.news/en/item/56807

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-13 17:51 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/ukraines-missile-gap-kyivs-struggle-to-close-the-ballistic-divide/

> Ballistic missiles have become a defining element of Russia’s continuing long-range attacks on Ukrainian cities. Ukraine’s drone industry is highly advanced, but its ballistic missile production still trails Russia decisively. Kyiv is seeking to narrow the gap through mass production: Fire Point’s short-range FP-7 is expected to enter service within weeks, while the longer-range FP-9 is undergoing flight tests.

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