Reports indicate that high-precision GLSDB missiles may be delivered to Ukraine by the United States on Thursday, February 1, according to Policy publications. The information suggests the Pentagon has tested a new long-range, precision-guided bomb that could reach the battlefield soon and be deployed alongside other ongoing support. This development is part of a broader commitment by the United States to provide Ukraine with advanced munitions as part of security assistance programs.
Coverage notes that the United States had pledged to include GLSDB in a February 2023 military aid package for Ukraine. Such a move would mark a step in expanding Kyiv’s long-range strike capabilities, complementing existing systems already transferred in recent security aid cycles. The timing and delivery schedule have been subjects of public and strategic discussion, reflecting the complex logistics and production timelines involved in fielding new precision weapons.
Earlier communication indicated a postponement in the delivery of GLSDB missiles to the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) until 2024. The missiles are designed to hit targets at distances up to 160 kilometers, offering a significant extension to the Ukraine defense and deterrence posture. They would augment the limited stock of long-range ATACMS missiles previously provided by the United States to Ukrainian forces during the autumn period. The initial plan called for the missiles to be delivered in the spring, but manufacturing and supply chain constraints led Boeing to revise the schedule toward the end of the year. This shift underlines the practical realities of supplying advanced munitions to allied armed forces under evolving wartime conditions.
In related discussions, NATO circles have characterized the overall allocation of F-16s to Ukraine as a broader package of support and modernization. The transfer of air defense and strike capabilities continues to be a central element of allied reassurance and deterrence, with GLSDB representing one facet of a multi-domain approach. The conversation around these moves highlights the interplay between rapid support measures and longer-term capability building for Ukraine in the face of ongoing security challenges. [Citation: Policy briefing] [Citation: Pentagon press materials] [Citation: NATO statements]