MOSCOW — The Russians have test-launched a new hypersonic missile that's been described by President Vladimir Putin as an ideal weapon.<br /><br />The Russian News Agency reports that the Kinzhal missile was launched from a MiG-31 interceptor jet that took off from an airfield in the Southern Military District.<br /><br />Video footage released by the country's Defense Ministry shows the missile detaching from the jet in mid air.<br /><br />The Kinzhal hypersonic missile travels at 10 times the speed of sound, with a range of over 2,000 kilometers.<br /><br />The launch was reportedly successful, with the missile hitting the preset target.<br /><br />The Kinzhal is part of a new line of weapons unveiled during Putin's recent state of the nation address, that can reportedly outmaneuver US defenses.
