Ukraine Claims Downing 111 Missiles in May, Including 12 Ballistic
The Ukrainian Air Force reported that its air defense units successfully destroyed over 57,000 aerial assets in May 2026, including 111 missiles, with 12 of them being ballistic.
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Ukrainian Air Force Reports Low Efficiency in Drone Interception
The Ukrainian Air Force has reported significant efficiency problems among its drone-interceptor crews, with 170 out of over 300 crews failing to shoot down a single enemy UAV over the past year.
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Russia Launches Massive Drone Attack on Ukraine on March 24, Causing Casualties
Russia has launched a massive drone attack, firing nearly 400 drones at Ukraine, with signs indicating the start of a spring offensive, following previous massive strikes on critical infrastructure that caused power outages in multiple regions. On March 24, Russia launched nearly 1,000 UAVs, with Ukrainian air defense downing 541. These strikes on Khmelnytskyi, Zhytomyr, and Vinnytsia oblasts resulted in one person killed and 13 injured.
Air Force Soldier Arrested for Stealing Equipment Protecting Kyiv Airspace
The State Bureau of Investigation has apprehended a platoon commander from a Ukrainian Air Force unit for stealing and selling equipment intended for combat duty and protecting the airspace of the Kyiv region.
Ukrainian Authorities: Russia Attacked with 115 Drones Last Night
Russia attacked Ukraine last night with 115 drones, the Ukrainian Air Force announced today.
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Ukraine Continues Drone Attacks Ahead of Russia's Victory Day
Ukraine has continued drone attacks on Russian territory, including Moscow, despite a self-declared Russian ceasefire, leading some Russian cities to cancel Victory Day parades. President Zelensky also issued warnings regarding foreign officials attending the Moscow parade.
Ukrainian Officer States Ukraine Can Endure War for Several More Years, With Conditions
A high-ranking Ukrainian officer, Pavlo Elizarov, Deputy Commander of the Ukrainian Air Force, stated in an interview that Ukraine's ability to withstand several more years of war depends on continued international support.
Swedish Saab 340 AEW&C Radar Planes to Transform Air Warfare in Ukraine
Swedish Saab 340 AEW&C radar planes are reportedly being integrated into Ukraine's military, expected to drastically enhance the Ukrainian Air Force's offensive and defensive capabilities in the ongoing air war.
Ukrainian Air Force Logistics Commander Arrested on Corruption Charges, Bail Set
Andrii Ukrainets, commander of logistics for the Ukrainian Air Force, has been arrested by the High Anti-Corruption Court on corruption charges related to aircraft shelters, with bail set at UAH 7 million.
Ukraine repels combined Russian attack with night air defense operations
Ukrainian air forces released night footage showing their air defense units successfully countering a combined Russian attack involving missiles and drones.
Russia Changes Tactics, Intensifies Daytime Drone Attacks on Ukraine
Russia launched a record number of long-range drones on Ukraine in April, intensifying attacks during the day. This shift in tactics is noted by an AFP analysis based on Ukrainian air force data.
Ukraine Claims Improved Patriot Missile Efficiency Against Russian Ballistics
The Ukrainian Air Force reports that its Patriot missile crews are increasingly downing Russian ballistic missiles with a single interceptor, rather than the usual two to four, conserving limited supplies.
Ukrainian Air Force Warns of Large Number of Russian Drones
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has issued a warning regarding a significant number of Russian drones detected in several regions across the country.
Ukrainian Air Force Logistics Chief and SBU Regional Head Exposed in Bribery Case
Law enforcement officials have uncovered a bribery scheme involving the logistics commander of the Ukrainian Air Force and the head of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) department in the Zhytomyr region.
Ukrainian Air Force Repels Combined Russian Night Attack
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released video footage showcasing their combat operations during a combined Russian attack that occurred on Sunday, February 22.