Archive · 24 Aug 2025
Ukraine Unveils New Flamingo Missile with Long-Range Capability
Ukraine has a new, powerful missile called the Flamingo that can reach far into Russia.
It was built by a Ukrainian company called Fire Point and can carry a heavy load.
The missile is very fast and was made in less than a year.
Ukraine's leader says there will be lots more of these missiles soon.
Russia is trying to make it seem like the missile isn't a big deal.
The new missile has the potential to be very effective.
Ukraine unveiled the Flamingo FP-5 cruise missile, capable of striking targets up to 3,000 km away inside Russia.
Developed by Fire Point, the missile can carry a 1,150-kilogram warhead.
The Flamingo is faster than other Ukrainian missiles, with development taking less than nine months.
Ukrainian President Zelensky said there would be many more of the new missiles by December.
Russia has attempted to downplay the missile's threat, while Ukraine dismissed the claims.
- Who
- Ukraine, Fire Point defense company, Russia and Volodymyr Zelensky.
- What
- Ukraine revealed the Flamingo FP-5 cruise missile.
- When
- Production is set to increase by December.
- Where
- The missile is capable of striking targets 3,000 kilometers inside Russia.
- Why
- To increase Ukraine's defense capabilities and strategic reach.
Ukraine's Stance
Russia's Stance
Missile Threat
Ukraine's Stance
Emphasizes the missile's capability and effectiveness.
Russia's Stance
Downplays the missile's significance and capabilities.
- Missile Name
- Flamingo FP-5
- Range
- 3,000 kilometers
- Warhead
- 1,150-kilogram
- Developer
- Fire Point
- Development Time
- Less than nine months