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Ukraine is vigorously enhancing its anti-aircraft warfare capabilities in response to evolving threats from Russian forces. Recent adjustments include the strengthening of counter-drone systems to tackle low-altitude strikes from upgraded enemy UAVs. Ukrainian air defense, notably the 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade, showcased remarkable success in Sumy by neutralizing numerous Russian drones using "Wild Hornets" drones. The administrative focus rests on high-level discussions led by President Zelenskyy to optimize the distribution of drone countermeasures, particularly in response to Shahed drones. Technological collaborations with nations like France ensure Ukraine receives cutting-edge systems, bolstering its defensive perimeter. This concerted effort underscores a significant milestone in Ukraine's anti-aircraft warfare strategy, emphasizing resilience and tactical innovation.

What advancements has Ukraine made in anti-aircraft warfare?

Ukraine is increasingly developing its anti-aircraft warfare by employing interceptor UAVs, enhancing counter-drone systems, and collaborating with international partners to receive advanced defense equipment. These efforts are crucial in countering low-altitude drone attacks by employing innovative military tactics.

How effective was the recent operation by the 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade?

The 47th Separate Mechanized Brigade successfully repelled a massive Russian drone attack in the Sumy region, neutralizing 22 targets in just six hours demonstrating the efficiency and capability of Ukraine's air defense forces in dealing with intense drone incursions.

What is the significance of international assistance in Ukraine's air defense improvements?

International assistance plays a vital role in Ukraine's air defense enhancements. Nations like the UK and France provide critical resources and equipment such as the SAMP-T air defense systems, aiding Ukraine in building a robust defense against aerial threats, especially from UAVs and ballistic missiles.

How has the counter-drone system been improved to deal with current threats?

Ukraine's counter-drone system has been fortified to address the current threat landscape by adapting to intercept low-altitude attacks. This includes deploying interception UAVs and improving radar and tracking technologies to detect and neutralize new-generation enemy drones effectively.

What role does President Zelenskyy play in Ukraine's military defense strategy?

President Zelenskyy actively oversees and directs military defense strategies, convening high-level meetings with the Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Staff. Discussions at these meetings focus on responding to evolving threats, optimizing air defense capabilities, and bolstering frontline security through strategic planning and resource allocation.

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Air defence performance over week Air Defence Forces destroy 637 drones and missiles over a week, - Air Force During the week from 3 to 9 February, the air defence of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down 637 drones and missiles fired by Russian invaders on the territory of Ukraine. 292 0

Shaheds attack Ukraine Air Force: 70 out of 151 Shahed drones destroyed, 74 more locally lost - Air Force On the night of February 9, 2025, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 151 Shahed-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 1 143 3

result of air defense operations on night of February 8 Air Defense Forces shoot down 67 enemy drones, another 71 lost in location - Air Force On the night of February 8, the Russians attacked Ukraine with 139 Shahed-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones from the following directions: Kursk, Orel, Millerovo, Bryansk, and Shatalovo. 1 249 4

Air defence managed to shoot down GAB over Zaporizhzhia. What is known Air defence system manages to shoot down Russian GAB over Zaporizhzhia, not for first time - Air Force Earlier, the network said that on 6 February, experimental weapons were used against the Russian GAB in Zaporizhzhia. 4 654 63

Shaheds’ attack on 7 February 2025. How air defence worked 81 UAVs out of 112 launched by Russians were shot down. 31 were lost locally - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 7 February 2025, Russian troops fired 112 "Shahed"-type strike UAVs and various types of UAV imitators at Ukraine. 757 3 Previously in trend: War

Shahed attack on February 6 Russia launched 77 UAVs over Ukraine. 56 targets shot down, 18 lost in location - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of February 6, 2025, the Russian invaders attacked Ukraine with 77 Shahed-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 643 0 Previously in trend: War

german air defence missile IRIS Combat work of Ukrainian crew of German "IRIS-T" air defence missile system. VIDEO A video with fragments of the combat work of the Ukrainian crew of the German "IRIS-T" air defence missile system has been published online. 7 935 11

Shaheds’ attack on 5 February. How many targets were hit Ruscists launched 104 UAVs at Ukraine. 57 targets were shot down, 42 were lost locally. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 5 February 2025, the Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with two "Iskander-M" ballistic missiles from the Kursk region and 104 "Shahed" attack UAVs and imitator drones. 621 0 Previously in trend: War

Shaheds’ attack on 4 February 2025. How many targets were hit Russia launched 65 UAVs at Ukraine. Air defence shot down 37 targets, 28 were lost in area. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 4 February 2025, the Russian occupiers launched 65 "Shahed" attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones into Ukraine. 610 4 Previously in trend: War

Zelenskyy says Ukraine must be provided with air defense against Russian attacks RF does not change its task to destroy Ukrainian energy. Supply of air defense systems should not stop, - Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the enemy does not change its task of destroying the energy sector of our country, so it is necessary to increase the supply of air defense systems to cover energy facilities. 795 8

occupiers’radar locator SSU special forces struck rare Russian radar for "BUK-M3" SAMS. VIDEO Over the past week, operators of attack drones of the SSU Special Operations Center "A" destroyed 8 tanks, 26 AFVs, 16 artillery systems, and 1 air defense system of the occupiers. The fighters also destroyed 126 vehicles, 4 UAVs and 32 communication antennas, 145 enemy fortifications and firing positions, and 1 ammunition depot. Ukrainian defenders eliminated 256 Russian invaders. 6 656 3 Previously in trend: War

Air Defense of the Land Forces Over 210 enemy air targets destroyed by Air Defense of Land Forces in week. INFOGRAPHICS Over the past week, the air defense of the Land Forces destroyed 212 enemy air targets. 261 5

Air Defense Work February 2 Air defense forces destroyed 40 Enemy UAVs out of 55. Another 13 lost in location - Air Force On the night of February 2, 2025, the Russians attacked with 55 Shahed-type strike UAVs and various types of imitator drones from the directions of: Kursk, Orel, and Prymorsko-Akhtarsk. The air attack was repelled by aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare units, and mobile fire groups of the Air Force and the Ukrainian Defense Forces. 607 1

Air Force on February 1 Russia fired 165 air strikes at Ukraine: Air defense shoots down 56 drones, 61 more drones are lost in area. INFOGRAPHICS У ніч на 1 лютого 2025 року російські війська запустили по Україні 165 повітряних цілей, серед яких балістичні та крилаті ракети, керовані авіаційні боєприпаси та 123 ударні дрони-камікадзе типу "Shahed". 2 956 26

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy after Russian missile attack on Odesa: Air defense is first priority, we are working with all partners to give more protection to our state. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian missile attack on Odesa in the evening of 31 January. He said that work is underway with all partners to provide more protection for our country. 786 15

Shaheds’ attack on 31 January 2025. How many targets are hit Russia launched 102 UAVs at Ukraine: Air defence systems shot down 59 targets, 37 were lost locally, 4 are still in air. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 31 January 2025, Russian troops launched 102 "Shahed"-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones into Ukraine. 594 4 Previously in trend: War

Negotiations with Russia are possible only after Ukraine’s victory Lithuania has handed over MANPADS to Ukraine to strengthen air defense - Ministry of Defense Lithuania has handed over a batch of short-range man-portable air defense systems with missiles to the Ukrainian army. 1 403 2

Shahed attack on January 30, 2025. How many targets were shot down? Russian Federation launched 81 UAVs. 37 targets were shot down, 39 were lost in location - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of January 30, 2025, the Russian invaders attacked Ukraine with 81 Shahed-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 681 0 Previously in trend: War

Air defence forces shot down 29 enemy UAVs over last day 29 out of 57 "Shaheds" destroyed, 14 more drones lost in area - Air Force On the night of 29 January 2025, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 57 "Shahed"-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 874 2

Shahed over Kyiv Air defence worked in Kyiv: "Shahed" wreckage fell near metro station in Darnytskyi district, there were damages (updated) On the morning of 29 January 2025, air defence forces were operating in the capital during an enemy drone attack. 4 499 0

Trump orders to develop a plan to create an "Iron Dome" Trump instructs Pentagon to develop plan to create "Iron Dome" within 60 days U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a decree creating the Iron Dome air defense system for the United States. 3 434 54

destruction of Russian drones Air defence fighters shooting down Russian "Shahed-136" drones on night of 28 January 2025. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing fragments of the combat work of air defence units during an attack by Russian "Shahed-136" attack drones. 3 329 1

On 28 January 2025, Russia attacked Ukraine with 100 UAVs. How many were shot down 65 out of 100 Russian UAVs were shot down. 28 were lost in location. One is in air. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 28 January, the Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with 100 "Shahed" attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 806 1 Previously in trend: War

Kaja Kallas, Ukraine needs more weapons and air defense systems to prevent front line from shifting - Kallas Ukraine needs more military aid to stop the advance of the Russian army. In particular, the Armed Forces of Ukraine need more ammunition and more air defense equipment. 850 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

AFU, Air Defense Air Defense of Ground Forces destroyed over 200 enemy air targets in week. INFOGRAPHICS Over the past week, air defense units of the Ground Forces destroyed 201 aerial reconnaissance vehicles. 281 0 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

soldiers of 15th brigade found and destroyed enemy radar Soldiers of "Black Forest" brigade destroyed enemy radar station 96L6E. VIDEO The soldiers of the 15th separate artillery reconnaissance brigade "Black Forest" destroyed an enemy radar station 96L6E. 4 329 6

air defence unit’s combat work over black sea Soldiers of "Vampire" air defence system mounted on board boat shoot down Russian Kh-59 cruise missile over Black Sea. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing the combat work of the Ukrainian unit of the US "Vampire" SAM. 8 912 20

Air defence forces shot down 57 enemy UAVs over last day 57 out of 104 "Shaheds" destroyed, 39 more drones lost in area - Air Force On the night of Monday, 27 January 2025, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 104 Shahed-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 879 9

Air defense work per week Air defense forces shot down over 500 Russian air targets during week. INFOGRAPHICS Over the past week, Ukraine's air defense has shot down more than 500 air attack vehicles of the Russian occupiers. 384 0

The Ministry of Defense authorized the use of the portable simulator "Safe Sky" Air defense forces shot down 50 UAVs out of 72, another 9 were lost in field. INFOGRAPHICS Since the evening of January 25, Russian invaders have attacked Ukraine with 72 Shahed-type attack UAVs and various types of imitation drones from the following directions: Orel, Kursk, Bryansk, Millerovo, and Prymorsko-Akhtarsk. 1 041 1

Shaheds’ attack on 24 January. How many targets were hit 25 out of 58 Russian UAVs shot down, 27 lost locally - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 24 January 2025, the Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with 58 "Shahed" drones and various types of imitation drones. 815 2 Previously in trend: War

Shaheds hit residential buildings in Kyiv region Shaheds’ debris falls on residential buildings in Kyiv region, killing four people (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 24 January, Russian invaders attacked Kyiv region with attack drones, and air defence systems were operating in the region. As a result of the fall of the wreckage of the downed target, a fire broke out in a 10-storey residential building in several apartments in one of the settlements of the region. In another settlement, a fire broke out in a private two-storey house on an area of 120 m2. 18 801 58

57 out of 92 UAVs shot down by air defense on January 23, 2025 57 Russian UAVs out of 92 launched were shot down by air defenses. 27 were lost in air, 3 more were lost in air. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of January 23, 2025, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with drones and ballistic missiles. 523 1 Previously in trend: War

Air defense system engaged against enemy UAVs in Kyiv on January 21." Air defense in action in Kyiv: debris from downed UAV fell into body of water in Dniprovskyi district (updated) An air raid alert has been declared in Kyiv due to Russian drones on the outskirts of the city. 3 819 24

Zelenskyy: Europe needs its own Iron Dome Ukraine and Europe should start joint production of air defense systems - Zelenskyy Ukraine and other European countries need to start joint production of air defense systems. Europe also needs its own Iron Dome. 1 012 15

france Ukraine is ready to discuss joint production of air defense systems and interceptors with France - Defense Ministry Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Serhii Boiev discussed with the Special Envoy of the French President Pierre Elbrun the possibility of industrial cooperation in the defense industry, in particular in the production of air defense systems and interceptors for them. 1 066 4

air defence Enemy attacked Ukraine with 141 drones at night. Air defence forces shot down 93 UAVs, another 47 were lost locally - Air Force On the night of 20 January 2025, the enemy attacked with 141 Shahed strike UAVs and various types of imitation drones from five directions: Millerovo, Orel, Bryansk, Kursk, Primorsko-Akhtarsk - Russia, and also used an "Iskander-M" ballistic missile from Kursk region in Sumy region. 843 1

Air Defence Forces Ukrainian Air Defense Forces shot down more than 500 enemy air targets over week Over the past week, Ukraine's air defense has shot down more than 500 Russian air attack aircraft. 292 1

UAV attack on January 19 43 enemy UAVs out of 61 shot down, 15 lost in location - Air Force On the night of January 19, 2025 (from 08:00 p.m. on January 18), Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 61 Shahed-type strike UAVs and various types of imitation drones. 608 0

Ukrainian Defense Forces hit Russian oil tanker and air defense on January 18 Armed Forces of Ukraine hit "8 March" oil depot in Tula region of Russian Federation and enemy air defense assets in TOT of Kherson and Donetsk regions - General Staff On the night of January 18, units of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, in cooperation with other components of the Defense Forces, attacked the federal state-owned institution "8 March" in the Tula region of the Russian Federation. 4 145 12

Russia attacked Kyiv with Iskander 2 out of 4 ballistic missiles and 24 "Shaheds" destroyed - Air Force On the night of January 18, 2025, the enemy attacked with 39Shahed-type strike UAVs and various types of imitation drones and also used four Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles (launched from the Voronezh and Bryansk regions). 4 626 12

Ukraine and the UK sign agreement on 100-year partnership UK hands over 150 artillery barrels and 15 mobile air defence systems to Ukraine - Starmer (supplemented) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced the transfer of 150 British-made artillery pieces and new Gravehawk mobile air defence systems to Ukraine. 10 354 21

UAV attack on January 16, 2025 34 out of 55 Russian UAVs shot down. 18 targets lost in location - Air Force. INFOGRAPHIC On the night of January 16, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 55 Shahed attack UAVs, as well as various types of imitation drones. 679 3 Previously in trend: War

solovyov discredits air defense of the russian army Propagandist Solovyov discredits air defense units of Russian army: ’We shoot everything down, but those damn debris! We’re witnessing controlled burnouts! What kind of nonsense is this?!’". VIDEO Kremlin propagandist Vladimir Solovyov is furious about the attacks on the infrastructure of the strategic aviation airfield in Engels. 9 501 45

How many missiles were shot down by air defense on January 15, 2025? 30 out of 43 missiles and 47 out of 74 UAVs destroyed over Ukraine on January 15 - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS Russian troops attacked Ukraine with missiles of various types, as well as Shahed-type attack UAVs and other types of imitation drones. 4 559 1 Previously in trend: War

Air defense work in Khmelnytskyi region Massive Russian missile attack on Ukraine: 4 enemy targets destroyed over Khmelnytskyi region Today, January 15, 20255, in the morning, during an air raid alert, our air defense forces destroyed 4 enemy targets over the Khmelnytskyi region. 2 313 1

Shaheds attack on January 14. How many targets were shot down Russia launches 80 UAVs against Ukraine. 58 targets were shot down, 21 were locally lost - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of January 14, the Russian occupiers launched 80 Shahed attack UAVs and various types of imitator UAVs against Ukraine. 620 3 Previously in trend: War

Shaheds attack Sumy region 14 Shaheds destroyed over Sumy region Today, on January 14, 2025, anti-aircraft gunners shot down 14 enemy Shaheds in the sky over Sumy region. 322 0