Overall, Ukrainian air defense destroyed 943 missiles of various types and 2,857 drones last year.
In 2023, the air force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed 3,800 air targets controlled by the Russian invaders. Press service of the Ministry of Defense about it reported on Saturday, January 6th.
It was noted that the following were taken off the air:
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887 cruise missiles;
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15 Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles;
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41 other ballistic missiles;
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2691 Shahed drone;
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35 Lancet drones;
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131 UAV “Orlan” and others.
“Our brave fighters did an incredible job in 2023. We are grateful to our international partners who are helping Ukraine strengthen its air defense capabilities,” the Ukrainian Armed Forces said.
They also emphasized that there are more victories in the future and called for faith in the air defense of Ukraine.
Let’s remember that the other day President Vladimir Zelensky said that now the No. 1 priority of Ukraine is strengthening the air defense.
The only one in the world. What kind of air defense system does Ukraine have?
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Source: korrespondent
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