The Zircon missiles, capable of reaching speeds multiple times the speed of sound and with a range of 900 km, are central to Russia's strategy to counter US missile defences.
A Russian navy warship equipped with Zircon hypersonic cruise missiles, has recently conducted counter-terrorism drills in the English channel and is now carrying out missions in the Atlantic Ocean.
The deployment of Admiral Golovko marks its first long-distance mission since joining the Russian Navy in December 2023, aiming to enhance Russia's strategic capabilities.
In 2023, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the mass production of Zircon missiles as part of efforts to improve Russia's strategic nuclear capabilities, highlighting its importance.
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