What is Kinzhal Missile?

About Kinzhal Missile:

• The Kh-47M2 Kinzhal (Dagger) is a Russian nuclear-capable, hypersonic air-launched ballistic missile system that entered service in December 2017. 
• It was one of six “next generation” weapons unveiled by Russian President Putin during a speech in March 2018.
• Features:
• Itcan reach speeds of up to Mach 10 (12,350 km/hr).
• The high speed of the Kinzhal gives it better target penetration than lighter, slower cruise missiles.
• It has a reported range of 1,500-2,000 km while carrying a nuclear or conventional payload of 480 kg. 
• It is designed to be launched from MiG-31 fighter jets at altitudes of about 18 km (59,000 ft).
• It has been deployed on various aircraft, including the MiG-31K, Tu-160M, Tu-22M3M, and reportedly the Su-34.
• This missile maneuvers during all stages of its flight to overcome hostile air defense systems.
• It can reportedly hit both static targets and mobile ones such as aircraft carriers.