Fire Point
Coverage of Fire Point in the Nexus archive.
- EXPLAINER: 5 Things to Know About Ukraine and Patriot Missiles
Ukraine urgently requires PAC-3 Patriot interceptors to counter Russian Iskander-M and Zircon ballistic missiles but exhausted its stock by July 2026, leading to unimpeded Russian strikes. US production limits and policy delays have worsened shortages, while Ukraine develops a cheaper domestic interceptor, Freya, with test launches expected by late 2026. A small resupply of under 20 PAC-3 missiles is anticipated from allies including Poland.
- Zelenskyy taps European allies to build Freya, a cheaper Patriot-alternative to Russia’s ballistic missiles
Ukraine, led by President Zelenskyy, is developing a homegrown anti-ballistic missile system called Freya with European allies to counter Russian ballistic missiles. The system aims to be cheaper than the U.S. Patriot system, with partnerships involving companies like Germany’s Hensoldt and France’s Thales to support production.
- Ukraine dreams of becoming the 'arsenal of the free world' as allies are still unsure on how far they want cooperation to go
Ukraine aims to become the 'arsenal of the free world' as its allies remain uncertain about the extent of defense cooperation. A production unit for the long-range FP-1 drone is being operated at a Fire Point factory in Ukraine.
- Ukrainian drones flew all the way to Siberia to strike Russia's largest oil refinery
Ukrainian drones struck Russia's largest oil refinery in Omsk, Siberia, marking the country's longest-range drone attack of the war. The attack damaged the ELOU-AVT-11 processing unit, and Ukraine's Special Operations Forces claimed responsibility using upgraded FP-1 drones developed by Fire Point.
- Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s largest oil refinery
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia’s largest Omsk oil refinery, damaging a primary oil processing unit. The strike, using FP-1 drones capable of 2,700 km range, marks the farthest Ukrainian incursion into Russian territory since the war began, with reports of fuel shortages in Russia.
- Ukrainian “Flamingo” Missiles Strike Strategic Defense Plant in Volgograd
Ukrainian forces used FP-5 'Flamingo' cruise missiles to strike the 'Titan-Barrikady' defense enterprise in Volgograd, Russia, on June 27, causing damage and injuring 10 people. Volgograd Governor Andrey Bocharov confirmed the attack involved 'high-speed aerial targets' and an unspecified industrial facility was damaged.
- Ukraine’s top strike-drone maker moves into ballistic missile defense
Ukrainian firm Fire Point, known for producing long-range drones striking Russian targets, is expanding into missile defense by collaborating with German company Hensoldt to develop the Freyja ballistic missile interceptor system. The company's drones account for 60% of Ukraine's strikes inside Russia, targeting oil infrastructure to disrupt Moscow's war efforts.
- ‘There’s no turning back:’ French tech sovereignty takes center stage in Paris
European leaders emphasize tech and defense sovereignty at Paris events like Eurosatory, with France shifting to domestic solutions like ChapsVision and Ukraine's Fire Point showcasing tech. Trump's policies and Russia's actions drive the push for self-reliance.
- Germany turns to Ukrainian and Israeli start-ups for an alternative to US Tomahawk missiles
Germany is exploring Ukrainian and Israeli start-ups for low-cost, long-range cruise missiles as alternatives to US Tomahawk missiles. The German defense ministry is considering options like Ukraine's FP-5 Flamingo and an upgraded Taurus missile, aiming to diversify its arsenal and reduce reliance on US-provided long-range firepower for deterring Russia.
- Ukraine’s ‘Anti-Ballistic Shield’ Takes Shape but Still Needs Key Systems for Combat Use
Ukraine’s Fire Point reports its anti-ballistic shield is aerodynamically ready but not combat-capable without full integration of radars, command centers, secure data links, and a European-developed seeker head. The company is collaborating with partners to establish a functioning missile defense network.
- German missile maker Diehl in co-operation talks with Ukraine arms manufacturer
German missile manufacturer Diehl is engaging in co-operation discussions with a Ukrainian arms manufacturer to explore potential co-production of Fire Point’s Flamingo cruise missile.
- Ukraine’s Flamingo missiles hit Russian factory producing key drone components
Ukrainian Flamingo FP-5 missiles struck a Russian factory in Cheboksary producing Kometa antennas for drones and missiles. The attack injured three people and targeted the Progress factory, which had previously been struck in May. The missiles, capable of traveling over 1,000 kilometers, aim to disrupt Russian drone components that bypass Ukrainian defenses.
- Ukraine builds cheap alternative to Patriot missiles
Ukraine has developed a low-cost alternative to Patriot missiles, with arms manufacturer Fire Point successfully testing surface-to-air projectiles.
- Ukraine Could Begin Ballistic Missile Test Flights ‘Toward Moscow’ This Summer – Fire Point
Ukraine could begin test flights of a domestically developed ballistic missile capable of reaching Moscow as early as this summer, according to Fire Point co-founder Denys Shtilerman. The company recently reported a successful test of its FP-7.X missile, designed for the FREYJA interceptor system.
- WATCH: Ukraine’s Fire Point Tests Missile for Homegrown Anti-Ballistic Shield as Air Defense Shortages Bite
Ukrainian defense company Fire Point has successfully tested its FP-7.X missile, which will serve as the basis for the future FREYJA anti-ballistic defense system. The project aims to provide Ukraine with a lower-cost alternative to Patriot interceptors as Kyiv faces ongoing air defense missile shortages.
- Ukraine Developing Low-Cost Patriot Alternatives, Fire Point Says
Ukrainian arms maker Fire Point is collaborating with Europe to develop the Freya air defense system, designed to intercept ballistic missiles. The system is projected to become operational by the end of 2026.