Ukraine's Air Force Defends Against Drone Barrage

Ukraine successfully intercepted 57 out of 92 drones in a recent Russian offensive, with an additional 27 drones failing due to electronic jamming, averting potential damage.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kyiv | Updated: 23-01-2025 13:38 IST | Created: 23-01-2025 13:38 IST
Ukraine's Air Force Defends Against Drone Barrage
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In a recent escalation, Ukraine's military successfully intercepted 57 out of 92 drones launched by Russian forces, Ukraine's air force announced on Thursday. The operation highlights Ukraine's ongoing efforts to protect its skies amid the ongoing conflict.

The air force reported that an additional 27 drones were 'locationally lost,' attributing the failure to electronic jamming methods employed by Ukrainian forces. This strategic use of technology mitigated potential damage from the unmanned aerial vehicles.

The incident underscores the intensity of the aerial confrontations between the two nations, with Ukraine continuing to develop and deploy advanced defenses against air threats from Russian military tactics.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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