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As Ukraine enters its fourth year of defending against Russia's full-scale invasion, the country has achieved a significant milestone in military self-reliance with the successful development and deployment of its domestically produced SAPSAN ballistic missile system. This breakthrough represents not only a technological achievement but a fundamental shift in Ukraine's defense strategy, reducing dependence on Western partners while enhancing the nation's long-range strike capabilities. The SAPSAN, also known by its export designation Hrim-2, is a Ukrainian short-range ballistic missile system developed by KB Pivdenne and PA Pivdenmash. The system is designed to combine the features of a tactical missile system and a multiple rocket launcher. The missile system utilizes advanced guidance technology, incorporating inertial navigation integrated with various navigation and guidance systems, including radar-based and optoelectronic components. The...