What Is Freyja? How Prototype Air Defense System Wanted by Ukraine Compares
Summary
Ukraine is working on a new European-designed air defense system called Freyja to protect against Russian missile attacks. The country aims to complete a prototype by mid-2027, using Ukrainian-made interceptor missiles and partnering with European defense companies.Key Facts
- Ukraine needs advanced systems to stop Russian missile attacks, especially ballistic missiles.
- The U.S.-made Patriot missile system is effective but in limited supply worldwide.
- Freyja is a ground-based air defense system planned for completion in the first half of 2027.
- European companies like Leonardo and Saab are involved in developing Freyja.
- Ukraine will provide the FP-7.x interceptor missile designed by the Ukrainian company Fire Point.
- Fire Point aims to make the interceptor missile cost less than $1 million, cheaper than U.S. Patriot missiles.
- A radar for Freyja will be built by German defense company Hensoldt.
- President Donald Trump recently said the U.S. would allow Ukraine to quickly produce their own Patriot missiles.
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