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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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Zelenskyy met with French Minister of the Armed Forces Vautrin Zelenskyy and French Minister of Armed Forces Vautrin discussed military aid to Ukraine, strengthening air defence and supply of Mirage and Rafale aircraft. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Catherine Vautrin, Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of France. 601 7 Previously in trend: French assistance to Ukraine Supply of Mirage jets to Ukraine

Ukrainian Armed Forces shoot down 24 missiles and 382 drones in Russian night attack Ukrainian Air Defense shoots down 24 missiles and 382 enemy UAVs - Air Force. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of February 7, Russia launched a combined strike on Ukraine. The enemy attacked with Zircon, Kalibr, and Kh-101 missiles, as well as Shahed, Gerber, Italmas, and other types of UAVs. 3 864 12 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Personnel changes planned in Air Force of Armed Forces of Ukraine countering Shaheds - Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new personnel changes in the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, specifically in units responsible for countering Russian "Shahed" drones. 3 367 65 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force Staff changes

Zelensky called the work of the air defence forces in some regions unsatisfactory I consider Air Force’s performance in some regions unsatisfactory, Zelenskyy says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a daily teleconference. 5 792 94 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force Attacks on the energy sector

Anti-aircraft drone attacks Russian UAV "Signum" operators destroyed eight enemy drones — three "Orlans," three "Supercams," Zala, and Lancet. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to "blind" the enemy, massively destroying its reconnaissance and strike aircraft. According to Censor.NET, impressive footage has appeared online showing the work of Signum unit fighters, who landed eight Russian UAVs in a short period of time. 693 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

On 6 February, Russia struck with Kinzhal missiles, rockets and shaheds: what is known? Russia attacked with "Kinzhal" missiles, Kh-59/69 missiles and over 300 UAVs: Air defence forces neutralised 297 targets. INFOGRAPHICS The Russians attacked Ukraine with more than 300 UAVs of various types, as well as seven missiles. 3 640 21 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Zelenskyy discusses Russian strikes on energy sector, air defense with Sweden’s PM Zelenskyy and Sweden’s PM Kristersson discuss strengthening air defenses and protecting critical facilities President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, during which the sides discussed, among other things, Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy sector and strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses. 350 9 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Attacks on the energy sector

The shelling on 5 February 2026: how did the air defence system perform? Russia attacked with two "Iskander-M" missiles and 183 UAVs: air defence forces neutralised 156 targets. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 5 February, the Russians launched two ballistic missiles and 183 UAVs of various types at Ukraine. 2 063 6 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Congressman Bacon calls for transfer of air defense and weapons to Ukraine Republican Congressman Bacon called for providing Ukraine with long-range weapons amid massive Russian attacks Following Russia's latest massive attacks, Don Bacon, a Republican member of the US House of Representatives, called on Washington to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses and transfer long-range weapons to Kyiv. 1 182 18 Previously in trend: Long-range missiles

Mobile group fighters shot down Russian drone Mobile fire group destroyed Russian Shahed at extremely low altitude with accurate shots. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to demonstrate high efficiency in repelling air attacks by the occupiers, applying skill and precision. According to Censor.NET, a video has appeared online showing the successful interception of an enemy Shahed kamikaze drone by a mobile fire group. 5 367 16 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence

The attack of shaheds on 4 February: how did the air defence system perform? 88 out of 105 Russian UAVs were destroyed by air defence forces. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of February 4, Russian troops launched 105 drones of various types at Ukraine. 502 0 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Mykhailo Fedorov Drones, air defenses and joint production: Ukraine and Estonia deepen defense cooperation Estonia is preparing a new security assistance package for Ukraine, which will include drones and counter-UAV systems. In parallel, the sides are working on an agreement on joint weapons production for Ukrainian troops on Estonian territory. 335 1 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine from Estonia

NATO Ukraine NATO has announced that it is preparing to transfer air defence missiles from its partners’ warehouses to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly appealed to partner countries to transfer air defense missiles from their stockpiles to Ukraine. NATO stated that such work is already underway. 798 6 Previously in trend: NATO aid to Ukraine

air defense Sweden and Denmark to provide Ukraine with €246 mln air defense package Sweden and Denmark will jointly provide Ukraine with a military aid package worth 2.6 billion Swedish kronor (about 246 million euros), which will include air defense assets. 980 4 Previously in trend: Sweden’s aid to Ukraine Denmark’s assistance to Ukraine

Rutte called security guarantees the main condition for any peace agreement Ukraine received 90% of its air defence missiles through PURL mechanism, - Rutte Through the PURL mechanism, Ukraine received 90% of its air defence missiles. 682 3 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Massive strike on 3 February: what did the Russians use to attack? Russia launched over 70 missiles and 450 UAVs at Ukraine: Air defence forces neutralised 450 targets. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 3 February, Russian occupiers carried out a combined strike on Ukraine using various types of missiles and drones. 3 747 6 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Ukraine downs nine Kh-22 missiles over Kyiv for first time since full-scale invasion For first time in full-scale war, air defenses down nine Kh-22 missiles over Kyiv at once – Ihnat During one of the recent Russian attacks on Kyiv, air defense forces simultaneously shot down nine Kh-22 supersonic cruise missiles. This happened for the first time since the start of the full-scale invasion. 6 537 26 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force Missile and drone attack on Kyiv

drone Almost 2,000 drones attacked Kherson region in week: 96% were destroyed by air defence forces. INFOGRAPHICS Over the past week, Russian troops have used nearly 2,000 strike drones to attack the Kherson region, but the vast majority of them have been destroyed by Ukrainian defense forces. 238 0 Previously in trend: Drone attack in Kherson region Russia blocks Kherson-Mykolaiv motorway

Sweden prepares one of the largest aid packages for Ukraine Air defence systems, radars, electronic warfare equipment and drones: Sweden is preparing one of largest aid packages for Ukraine, - Ministry of Defence During a conversation with Swedish Defense Minister Paul Jonsson, Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov discussed the formation of one of the largest security assistance packages for Ukraine. 1 981 17 Previously in trend: Sweden’s aid to Ukraine

Fedorov and Curtis Bazzard Ukraine and NATO agree on cooperation priorities: air defence, F-16s, HIMARS and technological superiority Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov met with NATO Senior Representative in Ukraine Patrick Turner and Lieutenant General Curtis Bazard, commander of NATO's Special Mission for Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine and commander of the Ukraine Security Assistance Group (NSATU/SAG-U). 1 728 16 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Cooperation between Ukraine and NATO

Air defence operations in January Ukrainian air defence destroyed 9,707 air targets in January, - Air Force. VIDEO During January 2026, the Defence Forces' air defence destroyed 9,707 enemy air targets. 574 3 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: structure of new short-range counter-drone air defense command approved President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke about the outcomes of a meeting on developing short-range counter-drone air defense. 1 989 22 Previously in trend: Development of air defence in Ukraine

Fedorov, Polish defense minister discuss strengthening defense cooperation Strengthening air defense, drone development and aviation: Ukraine and Poland deepen defense cooperation - Fedorov Ukraine’s Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov held talks with Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz, during which they discussed strengthening defense cooperation. 452 1 Previously in trend: assistance to Ukraine from Poland Poland and Ukraine relationship Drone industry

Destruction of a Russian drone Russian "Shahed" drone flies low over ground and explodes in air after being attacked by Ukrainian soldiers. VIDEO A video has appeared online showing Ukrainian soldiers successfully destroying an Iranian "Shahed" kamikaze drone. 8 205 3 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence

Shahed attack on 30 January 2026: what is known? Russia launched ballistic missiles and 111 UAVs at Ukraine: 80 targets neutralised by air defence forces. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 30 January, Russians attacked Ukraine with ballistic missiles and 111 drones of various types. 3 587 14 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

федоров Colonel Yevhenii Khliebnikov appointed to lead "short-range" air defense direction – Fedorov The small air defense direction, which is being formed under the leadership of Deputy Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Pavlo (Lazar) Yelizarov, has been headed by Colonel Yevhenii Khliebnikov. 4 910 29 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Appointment in the Air Force

IRIS-T is heading to Ukraine from Germany Germany prepares new deliveries of IRIS-T air defence systems for Ukraine Germany will soon transfer additional IRIS-T air defense systems to Ukraine to strengthen its air defense capabilities. 757 4 Previously in trend: Assistance to Ukraine from Germany

Russia hit with Iskander and over a hundred UAVs: attack on January 28 Ruscists attacked with Iskander and 146 UAVs: air defense neutralized 103 targets. INFOGRAPHIC On the night of January 28, Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with ballistic missiles and various types of UAVs. 1 091 0 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Fedorov Ukraine and France discuss strengthening air defense and Mirage 2000-5 deliveries – Fedorov Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov held a conversation with French Minister of the Armed Forces Catherine Vautrin, during which the sides discussed further steps to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities and develop bilateral cooperation in the security sector. 1 102 7 Previously in trend: France’s aid to Ukraine

IRIS-T air defense system Bundestag called for strengthening Ukraine’s air defence and transferring Taurus missiles Franziska Brantner, co-chair of the German opposition party The Greens, called on Friedrich Merz's government to strengthen Ukraine's air defense due to the increase in Russian attacks. 1 762 22 Previously in trend: Assistance to Ukraine from Germany Development of air defence in Ukraine

Shelling of Kharkiv Dutch Foreign Minister van Weel on Russia’s attacks on Ukraine: More air defence and energy support Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel called for strengthening Ukraine's air defense after another massive attack by Russia. 651 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine Attacks on the energy sector

Massive attack on 24 January Zelenskyy called for strengthening Ukraine’s air defence after massive attack by Russia: We are counting on response and assistance of all our partners. VIDEO+PHOTOS Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine overnight, firing more than 370 strike drones and 21 missiles of various types. 2 017 42 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Fedorov discusses air defense and drones with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Julie Davis Fedorov discusses Patriot use and drone cooperation with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Julie Davis Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov met with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires ad interim in Ukraine Julie Davis. The sides discussed, in particular, cooperation on air defense and drones. 1 210 1 Previously in trend: US aid to Ukraine Development of air defence in Ukraine Drone industry

Zelenskyy and Trump Zelenskyy agrees on PAC-3 missile package for Patriot during meeting with Trump Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reached an agreement on a package of PAC-3 missiles for the Patriot system during a meeting with U.S. leader Donald Trump in Davos, Switzerland. 4 082 23 Previously in trend: Patriot missiles for Ukraine Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Ukraine orders 18 IRIS-T air defense systems from Diehl Defence Ukraine orders 18 IRIS-T air defense systems from German company Ukraine has ordered 18 IRIS-T air defense systems from German manufacturer Diehl Defence. 3 210 16 Previously in trend: Assistance to Ukraine from Germany Development of air defence in Ukraine

The Shahed attack on January 23: how did the air defense work? Russia attacked 101 UAVs. Air defense forces neutralized 76 targets. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of January 23, Russian occupation forces attacked Ukraine with 101 UAVs. 589 3 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Zelenskyy on air defence We are returning from Davos with agreements on a new air defence package, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced agreements reached in Davos to strengthen Ukraine's air defence. 2 867 30 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence

Syrskyi briefs Ukraine–NATO Council on frontline situation, air defense needs Frontline situation, Russian strikes on energy sector, air defense shortages: Syrskyi addresses Ukraine–NATO Council meeting Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi took part in a meeting of the Ukraine–NATO Council at the level of commanders-in-chief via videoconference. 825 4 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Ukraine-NATO council

Zelenskyy, Trump Zelenskyy on meeting with Trump: productive and substantive President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called his meeting with Donald Trump in Davos on January 22 "productive and substantive." 1 791 15 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Norway delivers significant number of NASAMS missiles to Ukraine Norway has transferred missiles for NASAMS systems to Ukraine Norway has transferred to Ukraine a significant number of missiles for NASAMS air defense systems. 1 853 10 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Aid to Ukraine from Norway

Destruction of a Russian Shahed with an R60 missile Tech response: Ukrainian F7 LITAVR drones intercept Shaheds armed with R-60 air-to-air missiles. VIDEO Air defense units have learned to counter "Shaheds" fitted with a missile by using Ukrainian-made F7 LITAVR interceptor drones. 12 106 10 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Shahed upgrade

strike on Russian Geran Russia attacked Ukraine with 94 drones: air defence forces shot down 80 targets On the night of 22 January (from 6:00 p.m. on 21 January), the enemy attacked with 94 strike UAVs. 497 0 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Republican lawmaker Bacon urges Trump administration to boost arms for Ukraine Congressman Bacon urges Trump to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons and air defense systems Republican Congressman Don Bacon urged U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons and air defense systems amid Russian attacks on energy facilities. 2 164 12 Previously in trend: US aid to Ukraine Massive rocket attack

Russia struck with Iskander missiles and UAVs: how did air defence perform on 20 January? Enemy attacked with Iskander missiles and 97 UAVs: air defence forces neutralised 84 targets. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 21 January, Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with drones and ballistic missiles. 1 345 2 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Ukrainian air defense intercepts and destroys Geran attack drone Moment of destruction of an enemy Geran kamikaze drone. VIDEO Ukraine’s air defense forces continue to bring down Russian aerial attack assets successfully. Footage has emerged online showing the destruction of a Geran-type attack drone that the enemy attempted to use to strike Ukrainian territory. 3 354 7 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Massive attack on 20 January: how did the air defence system perform? Ruscists attacked with Zircon, ballistic and cruise missiles: air defence forces neutralised 342 targets. INFOGRAPHICS On the night of 20 January, Russian occupiers launched various types of missiles and drones at Ukraine. 14 925 31 Previously in trend: Result of the work of the air force

Pavlo Yelizarov Goal is to build anti-drone dome over Ukraine, Fedorov says on Yelizarov’s appointment Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has signed an order appointing Pavlo Yelizarov, known by the callsign "Lazar," as the new deputy commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 5 179 49 Previously in trend: Appointment in the Air Force Drone industry

Yelizarov Zelenskyy: Pavlo Yelizarov appointed deputy commander of Air Force Pavlo Yelizarov (Lazar), commander of the special unit "Lazar’s group," will become the new deputy commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The approach to using air defense will also be changed. 5 918 51 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Appointment in the Air Force