Ukraine successfully tests first ballistic missile
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was reluctant to disclose this information, but decided to do so to allow Ukrainians to appreciate the work of defense industry employees
Ukraine has successfully tested its first ballistic missile, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a forum for heads of state institutions.
"We've had a positive test of the first Ukrainian ballistic missile. I congratulate our defense industry on this achievement," he stated.
Zelenskyy said that he could not reveal details or specifications of the missile.
The President added that he was hesitant to make this information public, but decided to do so so that society could appreciate the work of people who "work around the clock at defense enterprises."
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