Russia launched attacks on Ukraine using Shahed drones and unidentified UAVs: how many were intercepted by air defense systems?

The Russian army has once again launched a massive attack on Ukraine, employing strike "Shaheds" and unidentified drones. Enemy drones were launched from the Oryol region and Bryansk. In total, the occupiers fired 73 aerial targets, but the Ukrainian air defense showed high effectiveness.

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as of 9 AM on November 24, 50 drones were destroyed across seven regions: Kyiv, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad, Chernihiv, Sumy, Poltava, and Zhytomyr.

Furthermore, Ukrainian electronic warfare systems suppressed 19 drones that lost contact with their Russian operators. However, four drones still remain in the air, and air defense forces continue to hunt them down.

 Ukraine Aims to Strengthen Air Defense, Canada Has Already Delivered NASAMS

Ukraine will soon initiate talks with the USA regarding the supply of weapons capable of intercepting intercontinental missiles. According to sources in the Defense Forces, the government will reach out to partners, particularly the American side, requesting the necessary means to enhance air defense capabilities. This likely involves upgrading to the "Patriot" air defense system or acquiring a new Aegis system.

The long-awaited NASAMS air defense system has arrived in Ukraine. Canada ordered it from the USA back in January 2023. Almost $406 million was allocated for the acquisition of this air defense system.

In the same month, Ukraine received another Patriot missile system from Germany. This marks the third system provided by Germany. It will significantly strengthen the country's air defense, protecting the population and infrastructure from enemy aircraft, drones, and missiles. Germany is exploring the possibility of donating another battery of Patriot missile systems to Ukraine, which would be the fourth battery.