The Zircon is reportedly capable of reaching velocity nine times the speed of sound Russia has showcased its advanced nuclear-capable hypersonic cruise missile during the Zapad-2025 military drills with Belarus. The Zircon has a range of up to 1,000km (620 miles) and is reportedly capable of reaching velocity of Mach 9, nine times the speed of sound. The five-day maneuvers, which began on Friday, span Russia, Belarus, the Baltic Sea, and the Barents Sea and involve up to 13,000 troops along