UK Sends 5000 Martlet Missiles to Ukraine in MASSIVE Defense Deal!

Hey friends, Wes O’Donnell here—veteran, military analyst, and someone who’s very excited to report that Ukraine is about to get 5,000 new reasons why Russian drones and missiles will start having really bad days. The UK just announced the delivery of 5,000 Martlet interceptor missiles—a game-changing boost to Ukraine’s mobile air defense network. But that’s not all: this package also includes the RapidRanger launcher system, and even better, sets the stage for localized missile production inside Ukraine.

Here’s what I’ll cover in this video:

The UK’s Commitment: On March 2, the UK confirmed it would send 5,000 Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM), aka Martlets, to Ukraine. These aren’t just generous donations—they're part of a long-term, sustainable partnership supported by UK Export Finance.

Martlet Missiles Explained: Originally designed for Royal Navy helicopters to counter naval threats, the Martlet is now a highly effective drone swatter. At only 13 kg, traveling at Mach 1.5, and guided by laser beam-riding tech, it’s fast, agile, and nearly impossible to jam—making it a nightmare for Russian EW units.

RapidRanger Launcher System: This mobile launcher can fire both Martlet and StarStreak missiles and be mounted on wheeled or tracked vehicles. It’s equipped with:

• 4-missile launchers
• 24/7 thermal imaging & tracking
• 360-degree surveillance
• Networked engagement capability
• Less than 500kg total weight, meaning it's mobile, fast, and much harder to target than static SAM systems

Bottom line: Russia’s job just got a lot harder, and this partnership between the UK and Ukraine is a powerful example of how smart tech and smart alliances can reshape the battlefield.

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Stay frosty. Glory to Ukraine. Glory to the heroes. Crimea is Ukraine. Слава Україні!

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