US to send new longer-range bomb to Ukraine as soon as Wednesday
The Pentagon has recently conducted successful tests of a highly advanced long-range precision bomb, which is planned to be delivered to Ukraine.
According to a US official and three individuals who are familiar with the discussions, the new weapon is expected to be deployed on the Ukrainian battlefield as early as this Wednesday.
Ukraine is about to receive its first shipment of Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bombs, according to the sources who spoke to Politico. These long-range weapons are manufactured by Boeing and are not currently part of the US military inventory. A related official announcement is expected soon.
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The Biden administration has already supplied Ukraine with a restricted quantity of weapons with longer-range capabilities (EyePress News/REX/Shutterstock)The recently tested bomb, boasting a travel range of approximately 90 miles, is anticipated to offer "a significant capability for Ukraine," as per the US official. "It gives them a deeper strike capability they haven't had, it complements their long-range fire arsenal," the official added. "It's just an extra arrow in the quiver that's gonna allow them to do more."
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Co-developed by Boeing and Saab, the innovative weapon comprises a precision-guided 250-pound bomb attached to a rocket motor, enabling it to be launched from diverse ground platforms. While the US military possesses an air-launched version of the bomb, a ground-launched variant was not part of the US inventory until now.
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The Biden administration had announced in February of the previous year that it would be providing this advanced bomb to Ukraine. However, extensive testing was necessary before dispatching the new version, which lasted several months. The Army, overseeing the testing process, reportedly gave its approval after deeming the precision-guided bomb fit for deployment to Ukraine.
Despite the air-launched version's inception in 2019 and successful testing, a sale was not realized until the US made the strategic decision to donate it to Ukraine as part of a comprehensive aid package. The Biden administration has already supplied Ukraine with a restricted quantity of weapons with longer-range capabilities.
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