The long-range Storm Shadow missiles of Anglo-French production have recently appeared in service with the Air Force of Ukraine, mounted on a Su-24M bomber aircraft. This acquisition, a result of the United Kingdom’s military aid to Ukraine, is a significant milestone in the country’s air power capabilities.
A picture released on social media shows a Ukrainian Su-24M bomber armed with two of these sophisticated missiles, signaling the readiness of the Ukrainian forces to utilize this new addition to their arsenal.
The Storm Shadow is a British, conventionally armed, stealthy, long-range stand-off precision missile. Capable of reaching targets up to 500 kilometers away, with some sources suggesting a range up to 560 kilometers, these missiles have a pre-programmed guidance system, allowing them to follow a specific route using GPS and terrain recognition to find their targets. The missiles are intended for use against high-value, well-protected targets, making them a potent addition to the Ukrainian Air Force.