Another success on front for Ukraine; US upgrades HIMARS to shoot down Iskander and Kinzhal missiles
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US defense contractor Lockheed Martin has upgraded the HIMARS system, doubling its firepower and adding air defense capabilities, according to Lockheed Martin's press service. The upgraded version of the system has been named HIMARS FLEX. The key change is that the vehicle can now carry two ammunition pods instead of one on the standard M1140 chassis.
This allows it to carry up to 12 GMLRS guided missiles at once, effectively giving it firepower comparable to the heavier tracked M270 launcher. In addition to its standard missile loadout, the upgraded system can integrate entirely new types of weapons. Thanks to its new configuration, HIMARS can now launch air and missile defense munitions, including high-precision PAC-3 missiles used by Patriot systems.
This will enable the platform to engage not only ground targets but also to function as a full-fledged air defense system capable of intercepting Iskander ballistic missiles and Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles.
Developers outlined two main combat configurations: 12 GMLRS missiles for ground strikes or eight air defense missiles for engaging aerial threats.
"The shoot-and-scoot nature of HIMARS FLEX, combined with increased munitions loadout, rapid reloading and optional autonomy, delivers distributed, survivable fire across contested environments – complicating adversary targeting and strengthening deterrence," Lockheed Martin said.
The HIMARS FLEX system can be connected to integrated fire-control networks. Through the Integrated Battle Command System or IBCS, targeting data can be provided by any compatible radar or sensor, meaning the launcher does not need to be tied directly to a Patriot radar.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced today an additional $400 million in military aid for Ukraine. The funds will be used to strengthen air defenses and purchase ammunition and missiles for Patriot systems.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump intends to approach American defense manufacturers with a proposal to establish licensed weapons production in EU countries and Ukraine. Bloomberg notes that Ukraine needs air defense systems, particularly interceptor missiles, to shoot down Russian ballistic missiles. However, the problem is that such missiles can only be produced by the United States.
But given that the US has exhausted its stockpiles in Iran, and replenishing them will take time, Trump told allies at the G7 summit that he would consider granting licenses. That is, to allow missiles to be produced in Europe and Ukraine. The relevant information was provided to the publication by officials speaking on condition of anonymity. At the same time, Trump himself also publicly commented on the matter.
"They would like to be able to do it, we’ll take a look at it," the US leader told journalists in response to a question about his plans at the G7 summit. The G7 countries and the US agreed, following the summit, to issue licenses that would allow the production in Ukraine not only of air defense systems but also of long-range weapons. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Brussels with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. They discussed work to strengthen Ukraine's defense and also spoke about obtaining licenses from the US for the production of air defense systems. In addition to the in-person meeting at the G7 summit, Zelenskyy held a phone conversation on the evening of June 17 with US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron. According to the Ukrainian leader, this call could change a lot.
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