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From Kinzhal missiles to Shaheds: Ukraine destroys 10,215 Russian targets in September, proving it is Europe’s frontline defense
Meanwhile, Poland and Denmark announce plans to adopt Ukrainian tactics after repeated Russian drone intrusions.
Russian warplanes violated Polish oil rig zone on same day as Estonia airspace breach
Defense services were alerted after the planes breached the safety perimeter of Poland’s offshore energy site.
Azerbaijani MiG-29s enter Ukrainian service as regional alliance shifts
New images suggest Ukraine has quietly integrated Azerbaijani MiG-29 fighters into combat operations, potentially expanding Kyiv's air capabilities just as Baku distances itself from Moscow.
Russian attacks kill 40, injure 143 across Ukraine over past day
In Kharkiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia and beyond, civilian infrastructure was targeted - medical facilities, food storage, residential buildings. Ukrainian air defenses shot down 40 of 62 Shahed drones, but the destruction is widespread.
Ukraine’s skies are empty except for F-16s—and the military doesn’t want civilians filming them
The Ukrainian Air Force is urging civilians to avoid filming F-16 jets, warning that such footage could provide crucial intelligence to Russian forces.
Russia launches 214 drones at Ukraine amid Putin’s support of 30-day ceasefire
Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 114 Russian attack drones while another 81 were "locationally lost" during a massive overnight assault.
Russian strike hits Sumy parking lot, destroys multiple vehicles
A Russian drone attack on Sumy destroyed 15 vehicles and damaged three buildings, with no reported casualties.
Ukrainian Air Force captain falls in aerial combat
A 24-year-old Ukrainian Air Force captain was killed during a combat mission, leaving behind a wife and 5-month old son.
Zelenskyy dismisses Air Force Commander Oleshchuk, Kryvonozhko takes over as acting chief
Zelenskyy has dismissed Air Force Commander Mykola Oleshchuk after three years of service. Lieutenant General Anatolii Kryvonozhko will be an acting commander.
Ukrainian pilots strike ammo depot in Russian-occupied Crimea
Multiple explosions were reported in occupied Sevastopol Monday evening.
Ukraine downs 10/10 Russian Shahed drones
Ukrainian Air Force intercepted Russian drones over 6 regions.
Ukraine downs 2/3 Russian cruise missiles in Kyiv Oblast; 2 civilians injured
Russian forces launched Kalibr cruise missiles from the Sea of Azov.
Twelve injured near Dnipro following missile debris fall, including a teenager
The number of victims rose to tvelwe, including a teenage boy who suffered shrapnel wounds and concussion.
Ukraine intel discloses details of A-50 downing: five more Russian aircraft were recalled
The last takeoff of A-50U occurred on February 23 at 15:50 from the Ahtubinsk airfield.