Russia, Ukraine and drones
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RBC Ukraine on MSN
Ukraine ready to train Europe to shoot down drones, air force names possible cities
Ukraine is ready to share its experience with European partners on how to shoot down Russian drones effectively. Training could take place, for example, in Lviv or Krakow, said Yurii Ihnat, head of the communications department for the Ukrainian Air Force Command.
Ukraine's surprise drone attack inside Russia demonstrated the need to further develop countermeasures, an Air Force official said.
Russian forces launched over 800 drones and missiles into Ukraine on Sunday, the largest aerial assault since the war began, the Ukrainian air force says.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 810 drones and decoys – the largest aerial attack on the country since the war began, Ukraine's Air Force said.
Russia launched 805 drones against Ukraine overnight and 13 missiles. Defense units downed 751 drones and four missiles, the Ukrainian air force said.
Multiple North Atlantic Treaty Organization members contributed assets to the air defense mission. Assisting Polish F-16s were Dutch F-35s, Italian airborne warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft, NATO aerial refueling platforms, and German Patriot air defense batteries.
LONDON—Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged European nations to work urgently on an air and missile shield in response to Russia’s violation of Polish airspace with uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS).
The National Interest on MSN
Ukraine Beefs Up Its Su-27 Jets With Decoy Missiles
The addition of the MALD decoy will help Ukraine’s Su-27 fighters retain an edge. The Soviet-era Su-27 fighter jet is one of the oldest platforms being flown by both Ukraine and Russia amidst the ongoing war.
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force began its deployment, code-named Atlantic Eagles, on Sunday, scheduled to conclude on October 1. Eight aircraft—including four F-15 fighter jets—and 180 personnel, will visit the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom and Germany.