Zelenskyy claims additional NASAMS air defense systems on combat duty in Ukraine
On 7 November, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine received additional National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) air…
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“We cannot use our people as meat, as the Russians do,” Zelenskyy says, explaining the need for air defense
During the interview with Meet the Press, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia's air superiority prevented the Ukrainian counteroffensive from advancing faster, but strong air defense would add momentum.
UK intel: Replacing SAM systems lost in Ukraine may weaken Russia’s broader air defenses
The Russian air defense's recent loss of four SAM launchers in Ukraine highlights the inadequacies of Russia's Integrated Air Defense System and puts a strain on its remaining systems, according to British intelligence.
Ukraine attacked Russia-occupied Crimea base, wounding 17 Russian troops
The Ukrainian Armed Forces StratCom also confirmed its 25 October attack on the Russian S-400 air defence system near Russia-occupied Luhansk.
Germany is preparing new military aid package to protect Ukraine from Russian attacks, says prime minister
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has announced Germany is preparing a new “winter” assistance package which will include air…
Air Force: Ukraine downs all six Russian drones during nighttime attack
Ukrainian forces positioned across Mykolav, Vinnytsia, and Khmelnytskyi oblasts thwarted a Russian air assault, successfully destroying all six Shahed one-way attack drones in a nighttime operation.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 599: Russians launch 13 guided bombs on Kherson Oblast; Western allies lease air defense systems to Ukraine
As winter approaches, Western allies are providing air defense systems to Ukraine through leasing agreements to help protect against Russian aerial attacks. The strikes on Kherson came amid intense fighting along multiple frontlines in the east and south, with over 60 battles reported in the past day according to Ukraine's military.
Ukraine to rent air defense systems for winter season
As winter looms, Russia's strikes on Ukraine's energy grid threaten heating and electricity for civilians. Ukraine races to repair and maintain energy amidst ongoing Russian attacks, challenging Ukrainian resilience this winter.
Russia ramps up production of Shahed drones, Ukraine says
Last winter, Russia launched about 1,000 such drones, while only in September 2023, it launched 500, trying to overwhelm Ukrainian air defense and targeting mostly infrastructure.
Zelenskyy: Russia plans attacks against Ukrainian energy system
Ukraine is strengthening air defense to counter Russian attacks on critical civilian infrastructure.
Canada to contribute some $25 mn to buy air defenses for Ukraine
Canada is investing C$33 million into a UK-led partnership including the US and other nations, to buy air defense equipment for Ukraine against Russian threats.
British intel: Russia outfits towers near Moscow with anti-air systems against drones
Russia places S1 Pantsir anti-air systems on towers and elevated ramps near Moscow to fend off drone attacks and showcase public safety, according to British intelligence.
Ukraine destroys ultramodern Russian radar system worth USD 200 million (VIDEO)
Ukraine’s Armed Forces destroyed a Russian radar system Predel-E in the Kherson Oblast (southern Ukraine) and published drone…
Zelenskyy admits the deficit of ammunition for Soviet-era Ukraine’s air defense systems
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said there is a deficit of ammunition for Ukrainian air defense systems developed and…
UK to supply Ukraine with additional air defense systems – Sky News
The UK Ministry of Defense has signed three contracts worth $115 million with arms manufacturers companies to supply…
Anti-air munitions, shells, mine-clearing kit: US announces new Ukraine aid package
The US has announced a new $200 million military aid package for Ukraine, including munitions for air defenses and artillery, anti-tank missiles, and mine-clearing equipment.
Russian soldiers killed three and injured 50 civilians on 10 August
On 10 August, Russian attacks killed three and injured 50 civilians in Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Kherson Oblasts,…
Old weapons, new tricks: Ukraine’s air defense adapts to beat Russia
Ukraine can't shield its whole territory from Russian missiles, but with layered defenses, 80-90% shoot-down rates, and help from civilians' apps, Ukrainian air defense blocks Russia's air superiority even while reanimating WWII techniques.
Four unnerving signs for Ukraine as it heads for fall
The forthcoming fall and winter will be critical for Ukraine and, therefore, Europe. If Russia can destroy Ukraine's air defense, the West will need to reconsider its stand on military intervention.
Ukraine needs 12 Patriot systems to protect all territory – Zelenskyy staffer
Adviser Mykhailo Podolyak contends bolstering Ukraine's air defenses now is cheaper than rebuilding later as Russia batters civilian areas