Ballistic missiles reach Kyiv in 2-4 minutes: Delays in the early warning system explained

Points clés
- 1. The time it takes for Russian ballistic missiles to reach Kyiv varies between approximately 2-4 minutes.
- 2. Ukraine obtains intelligence regarding missile launch preparations only from its allies.
- 3. Defense Ministry Advisor Serhiy Beskrestnov stated that no system is flawless and that warnings can be delayed.
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Serhiy Beskrestnov, Advisor to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, explained the reasons for the late sounding of the air alarm in Kyiv during Russian ballistic missile attacks. Stating that all intelligence data regarding the preparation or launch of the missiles comes from partners, Beskrestnov emphasized that this external dependency is critical in terms of timing.
The official stated that the current early warning system cannot be flawless and that warnings may be delayed due to technical malfunctions. The fact that Russian ballistic missiles reach their target in a very short time makes these potential delays even riskier.
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- Why does the air alarm in Kyiv sometimes sound later than the Russian missile attacks?
- The Defense Ministry Advisor stated that the early warning system is not flawless and that technical malfunctions can cause delays in warnings.
- How long does it take for Russian ballistic missiles to reach Kyiv?
- According to officials, these missiles reach Kyiv within approximately 2 to 4 minutes after being launched.
- How does Ukraine obtain intelligence regarding missile attacks?
- All information regarding missile launch or preparation phases is provided by Ukraine's international partners.
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