Ukraine has conducted three tests of missile interception systems designed to operate in near space as it seeks to counter the Russian Orshnik missile system, the "Guardian" reports.
Ukraine is actively developing exo-atmospheric systems capable of intercepting missiles beyond the Earth's atmosphere.
The effort is designed to counter the threat posed by Russian Orshnik ballistic missiles, which pass through near space before releasing multiple independently targetable warheads. These warheads were originally designed for use with nuclear weapons.
Ukraine plans to transfer the anti-missile systems to serial production. However, securing funding remains a major challenge amid the enormous demands of the front line.
Last month, Ukraine and the Danish company GomSpace announced the successful launch of Obria Nano, the first test satellite for the planned independent Ukrainian communications network, which is expected to consist of approximately 245 satellites.