Ukraine's Fire Point tests FP-7.X interceptor, a step toward FREYJA missile defense
On June 3, Ukraine's defense firm Fire Point confirmed its FP-7.X missile completed its first fully guided maneuvering flight. Footage shows it correcting course after launch, the core skill needed to intercept ballistic targets. The company aims to develop it into a low-cost system called FREYJA.
Ukraine's Fire Point confirmed its FP-7.X missile completed its first fully guided maneuvering flight on June 3, demonstrating in-flight course correction. Built from composite materials and reaching 1,500-2,000 m/s, it is intended to become the FREYJA anti-ballistic system, positioned as a cheaper alternative to the Patriot with interceptors under one million dollars each, as Ukraine pushes for homegrown air defense amid Western interceptor shortages.