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UK Launches Project NIGHTFALL for Advanced Tactical Missile

8/28/2025

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The British Ministry of Defense has launched Project NIGHTFALL to create a tactical ballistic missile exceeding 600 kilometers in range.
The missile will be mobile, cost-effective, and designed for precision strikes in challenging environments.
Proposals are due by September 18, with plans for monthly production of ten units and demonstration firings in 2026.
The project prioritizes scalability and quick delivery rather than intricate designs.

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Story summary

The British Ministry of Defense has launched Project NIGHTFALL to create a tactical ballistic missile exceeding 600 kilometers in range.
The missile will be mobile, cost-effective, and designed for precision strikes in challenging environments.
Proposals are due by September 18, with plans for monthly production of ten units and demonstration firings in 2026.
The project prioritizes scalability and quick delivery rather than intricate designs.