air defense

Nine EU countries urge fast approval of U.S. missile purchases for Ukraine

Nine European countries have urged the European Commission to quickly approve the purchase of U.S.-made air defense missiles for Ukraine using funding from the EU's €90 billion defense package for 2026–2027, European Pravda reported on July 7.

7 July, 07:29 PM

Zelenskyy visits Odesa to discuss air defense and more helicopters

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Odesa Oblast, where he held meetings on strengthening the area's air defenses amid continued Russian aerial attacks on July 4.

5 July, 12:50 AM

Russia’s growing use of jet-powered UAVs challenges Ukraine’s air defense

Russia now deploys jet-powered models of its kamikaze drones in attacks against Ukrainian cities, invalidating many of Ukraine’s air defense systems designed to counter slow-moving Shahed UAVs, The Telegraph reported on July 2.

2 July, 11:45 PM

Ukraine’s FM urges decisive international action following Russia’s mass attack on Kyiv

Ukrainian FM Andrii Sybiha called on international partners to expedite decisions regarding Ukraine’s air defense and demanded a decisive global response following a massive combined Russian attack, he wrote in a statement on July 2.

2 July, 09:50 AM

First details emerge on Ukraine's experimental Ryf air defense system

Ukraine's Defense Forces have begun deploying a deeply modernized version of the Soviet-era Strela-10 short-range air defense system, adapting the former frontline missile complex to counter modern aerial threats, NV reported on July 1.

1 July, 09:37 PM

Ukraine seeks first direct PAC-3 deal to strengthen Patriot defenses against Russia

Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Ukraine is working to sign a direct contract to buy PAC-3 anti-ballistic missiles and expressed confidence that it can do so soon.

1 July, 08:51 PM

Massive Ukrainian drone strike triggers explosions across Moscow area

Drones attacked Moscow and Oblast overnight, triggering explosions, Astra Telegram channel reported on June 26, citing the capital mayor Sergey Sobyanin.

26 June, 09:30 AM

Russia deploys additional air defenses around Moscow refinery

The Russian military has moved additional air defense assets to the Moscow oil refinery hit by Ukrainian drones last week, Defense Express reported on June 22.

22 June, 07:56 PM

Ukrainian strikes exposed weaknesses in Moscow's air defenses – ISW

Ukrainian strikes on Moscow exposed vulnerabilities in Russia's air defense system, while pro-war Russian military bloggers openly criticized censorship and authorities' failure to protect civilians from the consequences of the war, the Institute for the Study of War said on June 19.

19 June, 10:57 AM

Lockheed Martin upgrades HIMARS to launch anti-air missiles

U.S. defense contractor Lockheed Martin has unveiled a new upgrade for its HIMARS rocket artillery system that enables it to launch anti-air missiles, Ukrainian outlet Defense Express reported on June 18.

18 June, 11:48 PM

Defense Express explains Moscow's likely response to drone strike

Russia is likely to reinforce Moscow's air defenses after a major Ukrainian drone attack on the capital, potentially weakening protection in other oblasts and increasing their vulnerability, Defense Express reported on June 18.

18 June, 02:39 PM

Zelenskyy and Rutte discuss producing U.S. air defense systems in Ukraine - video

Obtaining licenses from the USA for the production of air defense systems and the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara were discussed at a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on June 18.

18 June, 11:50 AM

Netherlands unveils new €500 million military aid package for Ukraine

The Netherlands has approved a new defense aid package worth €500 million for Ukraine, Ukrainian Defense Ministry announced on June 17.

18 June, 08:35 AM

Massive drone attack hits Moscow refinery for the second time in days

A massive drone attack targeted Moscow, with Russian air defense shooting down 30+ drones heading toward the capital, Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin claimed on June 18.

18 June, 08:03 AM

Fire Point updates progress on Ukraine's anti-ballistic shield - video

Ukraine's anti-ballistic shield is aerodynamically ready, but full system integration is still required to successfully intercept enemy ballistic missiles, Denys Shtilierman, Fire Point chief designer, wrote on X on June 16.

17 June, 10:34 AM

G7 leaders agree to tighten energy sanctions on Russia, boost Ukraine air defense

G7 leaders meeting in France on June 16 agreed to “increase pressure” on Moscow through energy sanctions, AFP reported, citing a diplomatic source.

16 June, 04:16 PM

Zelenskyy meets Swiss President in Geneva to discuss air defense

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Geneva for talks with Swiss President Guy Parmelin, with the leaders discussing Russia's attacks and Ukraine's need for stronger air defenses, Zelenskyy said on Telegram on June 16.

16 June, 12:33 PM

Zelenskyy calls on G7 leaders to provide more air defense after heritage attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on G7 countries to increase pressure on Russia and provide Ukraine with more air defense systems following another massive Russian attack, he said in a video address on June 15.

15 June, 12:12 PM

Germany introduces next-generation IRIS-T air defense platform

German defense manufacturer Diehl Defence has officially unveiled its next-generation mobile air defense system, the IRIS-T SLS MK4, designed to protect military formations on the move and defend critical infrastructure against a wide range of aerial threats.

11 June, 12:25 PM

Ukraine hunts expiring Patriot missiles as Russian air attacks strain defenses

Ukraine has identified additional air defense systems and interceptor missiles through cooperation with other countries, Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi told journalists on June 10.

10 June, 05:10 PM

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