The Ukrainian construction office Luch has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with European defense giant MBDA at the Eurosatory arms fair in Paris. The goal is to develop an advanced version of the R-360 Neptune missile, which famously sank Russia's flagship cruiser Moskva in April 2022. This new variant, called Neptune 2, will incorporate cutting-edge stealth technology, improved guidance systems, and a redesigned airframe to evade Russian radar detection. Currently, Ukraine relies on limited supplies of Storm Shadow/SCALP missiles provided by Western allies, but these require technical support from the West for deployment. Neptune 2 will allow Ukraine to manufacture and deploy the missiles independently, including from vehicles rather than specialized aircraft. The upgraded missile aims to overcome modern Russian air defense systems.
Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about military developments involving Ukraine and its international partners. It does not exhibit overt bias, presenting both the capabilities of the Neptune 2 missile and the limitations of existing Western-supplied weapons. The tone remains neutral, focused
