The Kinzhal (Dagger) is a striking feat in air-launched hypersonic weaponry. Deployed from MiG-31 interceptors and Tu-22M3 bombers, it blends ballistic missile speed with cruise missile agility. With a range over 2,000 km and speeds up to Mach 10, the Kinzhal excels against land and sea targets. Its design offers superb maneuverability, challenging conventional air defenses. Its active deployment has boosted Russia's strategic edge, proving the power of air-launched hypersonic systems.