Russia expands missile production despite sanctions

According to the Ukrainian military intelligence agency (GUR), Russia is producing more than 200 ballistic and cruise missiles per month. This output includes approximately 110 ballistic missiles, such as the Iskander-M, and dozens of cruise missiles.

Intelligence reports indicate that while production volume is high, quality issues persist. Specifically, the Ch-101 cruise missile reportedly suffers from manufacturing defects that require entire batches to be returned to factories. Additionally, production of the Kinzhal hypersonic missile has been temporarily suspended due to accuracy problems, with capacity being redirected to other ballistic systems.

Russia is also modernizing existing weaponry. The Oniks anti-ship missile has been updated to increase its effectiveness against ground targets. Despite international sanctions, Russian defense factories are reportedly meeting or exceeding production plans, utilizing both fresh manufacturing and accumulated stockpiles to sustain high-frequency missile strikes.