According to Ukrainian Defence Intelligence, the production of Kalibr and Kh-101 missiles in Russia has witnessed a significant increase, estimated to be around three to four times higher than previous levels. The Russians are now producing approximately thirty to forty missiles per month, depending on the specific type. However, the production of Kinzhal hypersonic ballistic missiles remains relatively lower, with up to six units produced per month. It is worth noting that the current production rate exceeds the pre-war levels.

During the period from October to January, Russia extensively utilized a significant number of missiles from its existing stockpile. However, the use of missile weapons experienced a decrease during the relatively quieter months of March and April. This decline in activity was the lowest since October, indicating a temporary lull in missile operations.

The occupying forces in Ukraine have not only replenished their reserves but also resumed production of various items. They have also demonstrated changes and improvements in their tactics of employing missile weapons and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). In May, the utilization of UAVs reached its highest level since October of the previous year, reflecting the effectiveness of their efforts.

Additionally, Ukrainian Defence Intelligence noted the emergence of the Bal system in Russia’s Bryansk Oblast. This system is equipped with Kh-35 Soviet turbojet subsonic cruise missiles, which can be launched from surface ships and coastal defense batteries. The deployment of the Bal system further demonstrates Russia’s continuous development and diversification of its missile capabilities.

Source: Major General Vadym Skibitskyi, Deputy Chief of Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence, in an interview with RBC-Ukraine