AI is changing Russia’s drone war on Ukrainian cities, deputy air defense commander says
Russia's jet-powered Geran-4 drones carry machine vision that lets them recognize and track targets.
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In April, 24 Ukrainian companies ran their own air defense. By mid-September, 81 do — about one new firm per day
They've already downed 20-plus Russian drones.
800 jet drones in four days: Russia is now firing type Ukraine’s interceptors cannot catch
Of more than 1,500 drones launched over four days, about 800 have been jet-powered.
28-year-old technician died dispersing helicopters to hide them from Russian strikes. Questions arise about what really happened
A Ukrainian military helicopter crashed during a combat flight mission in Kirovohrad Oblast on 31 July, killing 28-year-old aviation technician Yaroslav Demchevskyi.
Ukraine is building a flight school under fire—and the simulator delivery shows how fast
Scarce jets, contested skies, no fixed base that can stay hidden. Ukraine's answer: train pilots on Ukrainian soil, in equipment that moves.
Russia’s 14th general killed since war began. His An-26 may have been shot down by Russia’s own air defense
He was the commander of the Northern Fleet's mixed aviation corps.
Kyiv’s experimental project turns businesses into Russian drone killers — Zala already taken out
Private units linked to Unified Air Force Command with the full integration into national defense.
Ukraine’s interceptor drones set record. Last year, this number would have meant catastrophe
During the 24 March attack, Ukrainian forces destroyed more than 94% of 999 incoming drones.
“The Air Force has started performing better”: Zelenskyy says restructured air defenses are delivering results
Over 30 missiles intercepted in latest wave, most targeting energy sector.
Ukraine creates new military branch to shield critical infrastructure from Russian air strikes
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi outlines structural overhaul amid 100-200 daily Shahed attacks.
What Brazil spent peacetime perfecting, Ukraine will master in wartime: inside Gripen localization plan
Ukraine signs for 150 Gripens.
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.