Legality Questioned as Ukrainian Firm Gains Access to Secret Soviet S-300 Archives.

Denys Shtilerman's Appeal

According to Espreso.tv: In the spring of 2024, Denys Shtilerman approached Tymur Mindych seeking political support to unlock classified Soviet-era materials related to missile technology in Ukraine. This request drew attention because it ultimately allowed Fire Point to access archives containing details on the production of the S-300 system. Shtilerman noted that a group of Ukrainian companies obtained this access, which may violate legal regulations.

Under Ukrainian law, any enterprise seeking access to state secrets must obtain a special permit from the Security Service of Ukraine. It remains unclear whether Fire Point secured such authorization for the materials in question. As of June 2026, Fire Point was still advancing the 'Freya' system based on the FP-7X missile, raising further questions about the legality of how the information was acquired.

Partnership with International Companies

Additionally, Fire Point signed a memorandum with the German radar manufacturer Hensoldt. This collaboration may signal ongoing technological development in Ukraine, but the issue of accessing classified Soviet archives remains unresolved and demands further investigation.

This situation underscores the critical need to uphold legal standards regarding state secrets, especially in military technology. While Fire Point's work with international partners suggests active progress in Ukraine's defense sector, the lack of clarity on the legality of the sourced materials casts doubt on the ethical implications. This could have serious consequences for the future of Ukraine's defense industry and its international standing.