Ukraine’s FREYJA Anti-Ballistic Missile Ready as Denmark Completes Radar
Ukraine says its interceptor and launcher are ready as Denmark delivers the first radar component, advancing a European missile defense system still awaiting testing.
- On Friday, Nov. 13, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine completed its domestically developed FREYJA interceptor missile and launcher, while Denmark finished the system's first foreign-built radar component.
- The multinational FREYJA initiative aims to develop a European-made ballistic missile defense system as an affordable alternative to US-made Patriot platforms, with 11 countries currently participating in the collaboration.
- Ukraine manufactures the interceptor missile and launcher platform domestically, while European partners contribute the remaining radar, sensor, and command-and-control components required to integrate the complex defense system.
- During consultations with Nordic Five leaders, Zelensky secured pledges for continued financial and military support throughout 2026, including funding for NATO's Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List mechanism.
- Norway remains a leading financial backer, allocating 85 billion kroner in military aid under its Nansen Support Program for 2026, with Oslo proposing to maintain that funding level next year.
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Ukraine has completed the missile and launcher for the FREYJA anti-ballistic system, and Denmark has built its radar, announced Friday President Volodimir Zelenski. The multinational project aims to develop a European alternative to the American Patriot systems and reduce dependence on US military technology.
Ukraine’s FREYJA Missile Interceptor Ready as Denmark Delivers Key Radar, Zelenskyy Says
Ukraine has completed development of its interceptor missile and launcher for the European FREYJA anti-ballistic missile defense system, while Denmark has finished the first component supplied by international partners, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said during a conversation with journalists attended by UNITED24 Media on November 13.
<p>Zelensky announced the readiness of the Ukrainian missile for Freyja Ukrainian missiles for the anti-ballistic project Freyja are ready. The Danish radar was the first finished part from the partners.</p>
The President of Ukraine, following the meeting with the leaders of the N5 countries, announced at what stage is the development of domestic anti-ballistic protection.
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