Hypersonic weapons

Hypersonics: A slow race with fast consequences, what does it mean for Israel? - opinion

The global hypersonic race is slower than it seems-but Israel may not have the luxury of time. Is Israel's core defense doctrine at risk?

Houthi soldiers stand guard on a missile carrier during an official military parade marking the ninth anniversary of the Houthi takeover of the capital, Sanaa, on September 21, 2023.
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A Castelion hypersonic vehicle is test launched in the Mojave Desert, March 9 2024

Hypersonic race heats up as US preps Blackbeard for mobile use

Military parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of the founding of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), in Pyongyang, North Korea, in this pictured released October 11, 2025 by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency.

North Korea says it ‘successfully tested’ hypersonic missiles before Trump’s visit


US deploys ‘Dark Eagle’ hypersonic missiles to Australia in strategic move against China

The first overseas deployment of the advanced weapon system, even during an international exercise, is a major milestone in America’s Indo-Pacific deterrence strategy.

Dark Eagle hypersonic missiles.

Houthis boast of 'hypersonic' capabilities amid ballistic missiles barrage on Israel - analysis

The fact that they have been able to maintain a daily attack on Israel using ballistic missiles for a year showcases their dangerous capabilities and threat to the region.

 Houthi supporters protest around a Palestinian flag in Sanaa, Yemen May 23, 2025

Houthi's ballistic missile fired toward Israel is not hypersonic, IDF says

The IDF will now probe why the interceptor impact only caused the missile to break up and did not completely destroy it.

 Protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, rally to show solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, in Sanaa, Yemen September 6, 2024.

Houthis claim ‘hypersonic’ missile used in Israel attack. What are hypersonic missiles? - explainer

The key claim of the missile being “hypersonic” is important to discuss because many countries and now even terrorist groups are claiming “hypersonic” capabilities.

 Police at the site where a Ballistic missile fired from Yemen, hit an open area near Moshav Kfar Daniel, September 15, 2024.

North Korea leader Kim guides new solid-fuel engine for hypersonic missile, KCNA says

N. Korea conducted a flight test of an intermediate-range hypersonic missile which it said at the time used a new solid-fuel engine and also tested the operation of a maneuverable warhead.

 North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends what state media report was a launching ceremony for a new tactical nuclear attack submarine in North Korea, in this picture released by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on September 8, 2023.

US says it conducted successful air-launched hypersonic missile test

The United States' test comes amid the growing arms race for hypersonic missiles, an easily maneuvered and deadly weapon that has reportedly been obtained by numerous states and entities.

 US Air Force B-1B bombers and South Korean Air Force F-35A take part in a joint air drill, South Korea, March 19, 2023.

Yemen’s Houthis obtain hypersonic missile, upgrade weapons arsenal - report

Last week the Houthis's leader warned that the group would begin attacking ships heading toward the Cape of Good Hope in Africa's southern tip.

 A protester carries a mock drone as demonstrators, predominantly Houthi supporters, rally to show support to the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Sanaa, Yemen February 16, 2024.

Russia employs ‘superweapon’ against Ukraine for first time in months - UK

The AS-24 KILLJOY missile accelerates to Mach 4 (roughly 3,000 miles per hour) after launch and may reach speeds as fast as Mach 10 (roughly 7,673 miles per hour).

A Yakovlev Yak-130 combat trainer aircraft performs during the International Army Games 2016, in Dubrovichi outside Ryazan, Russia, August 5, 2016.

Fattah 2: Why is Iran showcasing an untested, 'hypersonic' missile? - analysis

In recent years, the concept of “hypersonic” missiles has become a talking point for countries, from Russia to the US and China.

 A missile is launched during a military exercise in Isfahan, Iran, October 28, 2023

North Korea's Kim views Russian nuclear-capable bombers, hypersonic missiles

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected Russian nuclear-capable strategic bombers, hypersonic missiles, and warships accompanied by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.

 North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un and Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu inspect Russian military aircraft and missiles put on display at Knevichi aerodrome near Vladivostok in the Primorsky region, Russia, September 16, 2023.

US Navy destroyer to be fitted with hypersonic missiles

The USS Zumwalt is the lead ship of the Zumwalt class of naval vessels. She has been described as the largest destroyer in the world. 

The USS Zumwalt.