16 APR 2026
RussiaKyiv, Ukraine

Russia ramps up ballistic missile strikes on Ukraine

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 12:42 UTC · 1 source

Vadym Skibitskyi, deputy head of Ukraine's GUR military intelligence, stated in an interview that Russian forces are intensifying ballistic missile strikes on Ukrainian cities. He revealed that Moscow is currently producing approximately 60 Iskander ballistic missiles per month. The remarks highlight a shift in Russia's strike campaign, focusing on high-precision, long-range ballistic weapons. This production rate underscores the sustained pressure on Ukraine's air defenses and civilian infrastructure.

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Production rate: ~60 Iskander ballistic missiles per month
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TW@RALee85view10h ago
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 12:42 UTC · First reported: 10h ago