Yurii Ihnat

During Russia's night attack on November 25, Ukrainian air defense actively operated, engaging interceptor drones, army aviation, aircraft, and mobile fire groups. Thanks to the coordinated work of all defense forces, a large number of missiles and drones were intercepted, including ballistic missiles and the "Kinzhal."

During the attack on Ternopil on November 19, Russian occupiers could have used a strategic X-101 air-to-surface cruise missile, Yuriy Ihnat reported. As a result of the enemy attack, 16 people were killed and 64 were injured.

Ihnat commented on the use of the Zircon missile by Russian military forces, noting Russia's attempts to "achieve some result. "

During the night attack, Ukrainian air defense destroyed six out of nine ballistic missiles, including Iskander-M, Iskander-K, and KN-23, as well as over 400 Shahed attack drones. The attack caused destruction and resulted in the death of four people and injuries to 27 people in Kyiv.

Ukrainian military near Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, shot down a rare Russian reconnaissance drone "Knyaz Veshchiy Oleg". This drone can be used to counter measures taken by Ukrainian defenders.

Ukrainian specialists have been tracking the improvement of enemy weapons since October 2022. "Shaheds" have undergone significant changes, and missiles are being equipped with thermal traps.

Yurii Ihnat reported that guided aerial bombs with jet engines, used by the Russian Federation, can be intercepted by air defense systems. The "South" Air Command has already confirmed the interception of two such bombs.

Yurii Ihnat, head of the communications department of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, stated that the production and transfer of Gripen fighters is a complex and lengthy process. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson believes that the delivery of the aircraft could begin within three years.

Russian troops attacked Ukraine on October 10, using two Kinzhal missiles and 14 Iskander-M or KN-23 ballistic missiles. The main target of the strike was energy infrastructure, which led to power outages in nine regions and Kyiv.

Yurii Ihnat, head of the Air Force Communications Department, explained that the complexity of shooting down Russian drones and missiles is affected by the enemy's tactical maneuvers and weather conditions. He also noted that the modernization of ballistic missiles complicates the work of Patriot systems.

Yurii Ihnat commented on the possibility of relying on drone and missile flight patterns in social networks. He emphasized that the main requirement is not to harm and not to help the enemy in real time.

Yurii Ihnat, head of the communications department of the Air Force, reported that the Russians often use large combined strikes focused on one of the regions, as was the case in the Lviv region. The enemy uses various tactical methods and routes to carry out air attacks.

Yurii Ihnat, head of the Air Force's communications department, urged people not to share videos of drone and missile debris after Russia's massive attack on Kyiv. He emphasized that such videos could be used by Russian propaganda.

This week, a Polish delegation will arrive in Ukraine to discuss real solutions in the field of common security, including possible exercises. The visit is not protocol-based and is aimed at developing concrete joint actions.

Ukrainian military personnel are ready to conduct training for partners, including in Poland and Ukraine, to share their acquired combat experience. The head of the Air Force communications department, Yuriy Ihnat, noted that the location of the training is not critical.

On the night of August 31, Ukraine repelled an attack of 142 attack drones and imitators. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 126 enemy UAVs and drone imitators.

Ukrainian aviation is increasing the number of F-16s, which have already been used to repel enemy attacks. Air Force spokesman Yuriy Ihnat confirmed their use tonight.

In Synelnykove district (Dnipropetrovsk region), a Russian aerial bomb killed a 49-year-old man. Four more people were wounded, and private houses were destroyed.

Representatives of 55 foreign diplomatic missions visited the destroyed building in the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv. The visit took place after the Russian shelling that led to the death of 15 civilians, including four children.

The State Aviation Administration of Ukraine has appointed the foreign offshore company AAL Group Ltd. as the administrator of repair documentation for Mi-8 helicopters. This company has ties to the Russian military-industrial complex, which creates risks for Ukraine's defense capabilities.

The State Aviation Service of Ukraine granted the right to accompany the repair of Mi-8 combat helicopters to AAL Group Ltd from the UAE, which is associated with the Russian defense concern. This decision raises concerns about national security and access to sensitive information.

Yurii Ihnat, spokesman for the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, reported cases of Russia using jet drones that appear as cruise missiles. He also spoke about the features of Iskander-K cruise missiles, which are difficult to intercept due to their low flight altitude.

A French Mirage-2000 fighter jet crashed in Ukraine due to equipment failure. According to the Air Force spokesman, the pilot acted competently in a crisis situation. Ihnat urged media and relevant experts not to jump to premature conclusions.

The operation of Mi-8 helicopters is complicated by the unresolved issue of technical documentation. This creates risks for major repairs and further operation, which can lead to a decrease in combat effectiveness.

During the massive missile and drone attack by Russia on Kyiv on July 21, more than a dozen and a half direct hits were recorded. As a result of the attack, the number of injured in Kyiv increased to eight people.

Ukraine is actively contracting interceptor drones as per the President's directive, engaging Ukrainian and international intellectual potential. Several companies are working on solutions to counter enemy drones, which has already yielded initial results in destroying UAVs.

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Ukrainian air defense has shot down about 25,000 Shahed-type attack drones and almost 2,500 cruise missiles. According to Yuriy Ihnat, the first "Shahed" was shot down in October 2022, and out of 160 "Kinzhal" missiles, 48 were shot down.

Yurii Ihnat, spokesman for the Air Force, urged not to share photos of fragments of downed missiles, as Russian propaganda uses them to create fakes. The enemy uses complex routes for strikes on Kyiv, complicating the work of air defense.

During an air attack on the Volyn region, the enemy struck an airfield and a number of enterprises. Spokesperson for the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Yuriy Ihnat confirmed the fact of the strike.

Spokesman for the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Yuriy Ihnat reported that Russian "Kinzhal" missiles were aimed in different directions, but only partially reached their targets. He acknowledged certain damage, noting that the fact of interception is reflected in the infographic.