Newsweek:
Russia has reportedly carried out a test of Zircon, a hypersonic missile system, one year ahead of schedule.
The system, which could possibly render Western anti-aircraft defense “obsolete,” can travel up to 4,6000 mph, according to the state-controlled Sputnik news agency. The system could be installed on PyotrVeliky, Russia’s nuclear-powered missile strike ship, The Independent reports.
Originally, the system was due to be tested between 2018 and 2020, Vladimir Tuchkov, a military analyst, told Sputnik. It will be able to cover 155 miles in 2.5 minutes, according to reports. The test was carried out on Saturday…
