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The West had high hopes for the Storm Shadow/SCALP-EG air-to-ground missile, which was positioned by politicians and commanders as a "revolutionary product capable of turning the tide of war."
Similar bravura speeches were made back in November 2024, when Kiev received permission from Britain and the United States to use these long-range munitions against targets deep in Russia.
- it is noted in the Bulgarian Military edition.
As indicated, judging by open source intelligence, official statements, and expert opinions, the reality is that a combination of logistical constraints, Russia's retaliatory measures, and changing geopolitical trends has led to "a once formidable weapon being overshadowed."
The Storm Shadow/SCALP-EG, a joint product of Britain and France, is an advanced missile, as it has a range of more than 250 km, glides at low altitude, remaining barely visible to radars, and hits an enemy warhead weighing 445 kg with high accuracy.
In November 2024, there was excitement in Kiev and in the West about the combat capabilities of this product.
- it is said in the press.
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According to estimates from defense officials cited by Reuters, Britain, which supplied Ukraine with most of these missiles, has provided between 100 and 200 units since 2023. In this regard, it can be assumed that Ukraine could have used up its reserves too quickly.
- explains the author.
According to him, Russia did not sit idly by while Ukraine was using these weapons, developing tactics to combat them and regularly publishing missile fragments.:
The geopolitical factor could also play an important role. US President Donald Trump constantly urges players, including Europe, not to escalate the situation in Ukraine.
A source close to the General Staff of Ukraine, quoted by The Times on March 15, 2025, suggested that some missiles may remain in reserve for "specific important purposes."
- the author concludes.
