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Romania open to discussions on sending Patriot system to Ukraine

Romanian President Iohannis is open to providing Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system, pending a review by Romania’s Supreme Defense Council to ensure it doesn't compromise national air defenses.

byYuri Zoria

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Air Force: Russia amasses strategic missile reserve amid ongoing production for attacks on Ukraine

Russia has amassed nearly 40 hypersonic anti-ship Zircon missiles.

byOlena Mukhina

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Polish FM: Much better to spend the money on protecting Ukraine than on then having to rebuild it

Poland's FM Sikorski says it's better to fund protecting Ukraine's infrastructure now rather than having to rebuild it after the war; and he supports Macron's strategic ambiguity on deploying NATO troops in Ukraine.

byYuri Zoria

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Media: Italia PM to announce transfer of SAMP/T air defense system, Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine

Italian media reports that PM Meloni plans to announce a new aid package for Ukraine next month, including the SAMP/T air defense, Stinger MANPADs, and Storm Shadow missiles.

byYuri Zoria

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Russian Aggression

Ukraine destroys Russia’s BUK surface-to-air missile launcher, damages two more radar-equipped launchers

The Ukrainian Special Operations Forces conducted drone strikes on Russian BUK missile systems "in the Sumy direction," an area without a front line, implying that the strikes likely occurred inside Russia.

byYuri Zoria

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Russian strikes leave Ukrainian civilians in eight regions without electricity

The assaults are part of Russia's campaign to plunge Ukraine into darkness.

byOlena Mukhina

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Russian Aggression

Ukraine struggles to secure more Patriots from allies amid escalated Russian air attacks

So far, Germany remains the only country to respond to Ukraine's urgent request for additional Patriot systems amid intensified Russian aerial attacks. Other countries have failed to make similar pledges ahead of the upcoming Ramstein meeting, which is expected to address military aid coordination for Ukraine.

byYuri Zoria

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Russian Aggression

Ukraine destroys Russia’s Dzhankoi helicopter base air defenses, enabling further deep strikes on occupied Crimea

Ukraine's ATACMS missile attack on Russia's airfield in northern Crimea on 17 April reportedly destroyed multiple air defense assets, potentially enabling future air attacks on the occupied peninsula from the north.

byYuri Zoria

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Zelenskyy tells EU Russia has almost entirely destroyed Ukraine’s thermal power capacity, asks for air defense help

President Zelenskyy warned EU leaders that Russia could target nuclear facilities after nearly destroying Ukraine's thermal power generation, calling for urgent Western support with air defenses.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine’s defense minister discusses air defense needs with Pentagon chief

Ukraine's defense minister speaks with the Pentagon chief, emphasizing the urgent requirement to reinforce Ukraine's air defense system to address the evolving military situation.

byYuri Zoria

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UK’s Cameron says UK doesn’t down Russia drones in Ukraine, fearing escalation

After UK Air Force downed Iranian drones targeting Israel, UK Foreign Secretary says avoiding RAF engagement with Russia's drones in Ukraine allegedly prevents conflict escalation.

byYuri Zoria

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ISW: Western air defenses vital for Ukraine’s defense industry growth

Ukraine's ability to expand its domestic defense industry is also crucial for reducing its dependence on Western aid, particularly from the US, in the long term, according to the Institute for the Study of War .

byMaria Tril

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UK may send DragonFire laser anti-air system prototypes to Ukraine, Shapps states

UK Defence Secretary Shapps suggests that Ukraine could receive DragonFire laser prototypes to aid in countering Russian drone and missile attacks.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine calls NATO members for additional air defense systems amid escalated Russian air attacks

After Russia's intensified missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, Defense Minister Umerov urgently requested additional air defense systems from NATO allies during an extraordinary meeting.

byYuri Zoria

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Ukraine downs 2 more Russian Su-34 over past day

Ukraine’s Air Forces destroyed the Russian fighter jets in Mariupol and Avdiivka directions.

byMaria Tril

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Ukraine repels Russia’s Shahed suicide drone attack, as debris injures two police officers

Russia's nighttime drone attack injured two police officers in Odesa. Ukraine reportedly downed 11 of 17 explosive drones in four regions, where the attack caused minor damage to civilian infrastructure.

byYuri Zoria

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Russian Aggression

US Defense Secretary urges Ramstein Group to “dig deep” on Ukraine support

Austin urged partners to send additional interceptors to counter Russia's air attacks while NATO head pledged long-term backing; Spain, Canada, Germany unveiled new military aid offerings.

byYuri Zoria

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Poland activates its air defenses amid Russia’s morning missile attack on Ukraine

Poland put its military aircraft on heightened readiness on 23 Jan. for the second time, after detecting an unknown object that had flown into Polish airspace during Russia's massive attack on Ukraine on 29 Dec.

byMaria Tril

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UK: New Russian A-50 radar plane kept distant from Ukraine after previous one downed

After the shootdown of Russia's AWACS A-50 aircraft over Ukraine earlier, Russia has now deployed a replacement A-50 airborne early warning plane farther from Ukraine over Russian territory, per British intelligence.

byYuri Zoria

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ISW: Western air defense supplies remain crucial for Ukraine as Russia adapting to current capabilities

As Ukraine strives to expand domestic defense production over time for self-reliance, sustained Western aid supplying air defense systems remains essential now to protect facilities from Russian attacks, according to ISW.

byYuri Zoria