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Ukraine expects 400 interceptor drones by October
Original: Ukraine expects to have 400 high-speed interceptor drones in October as it searches for an effective answer to Russia’s
President Volodymyr Zelensky told the Financial Times that Ukraine expects to field 400 high-speed interceptor drones in October as it hunts for an effective answer to Russia's jet-powered attack drones. Five models are in testing, with hit rates ranging from 30% to 70% depending on the trial, highlighting both progress and uncertainty in Kyiv's air-defense push.
Why now: Russia's escalating drone attacks are pressing Ukraine to scale up interception technology, making Zelensky's timeline and test results newsworthy.
UkraineVolodymyr ZelenskyRussiaFinancial Times
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- Ukraine expects to have 400 high-speed interceptor drones in October as it searches for an effective answer to Russia’s jet-powered UAVs, Zelensky told the Financial Times. Five models are undergoing testing, with effectiveness varying between 30% and 70% depending on the test.… · noelreports@mstdn.social · 1
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