The FP-7. x tests confirmed the missile's maneuverability for intercepting ballistic targets. Now it is up to the European participants of the Freya project, believes expert Anton Zemlianyi
Chief Designer and co-owner of Fire Point, Denys Shtilerman, called on European partners to accelerate the pace of cooperation for the implementation of the Freya pan-European anti-ballistic shield. Meanwhile, the company is already taking concrete steps toward the project's realization: the first successful tests of the FP-7 missile, which will serve as the primary means of intercepting ballistic targets in the new system, took place recently.
Ukraine is experiencing an acute shortage of Patriot missiles and is preparing an analogue of the FP-7. x. The first test of its own anti-ballistic missile is planned for the end of the year.
Overnight, the enemy launched a Kinzhal missile and 147 strike drones of various types. Air defense forces neutralized 138 UAVs; hits by the missile and 9 UAVs were recorded.
Zelenskyy informed Trump about the strike of two "Oreshnik" missiles on Ukraine on May 24. He urged the US to urgently provide Patriot systems and PAC-3 missiles.
Two men were killed due to artillery shelling of a market in Kherson on May 24. Seven more civilians sustained injuries and concussions as a result of the attack.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation confirmed a massive strike with Oreshnik and Zircon missiles on Ukraine. The enemy damaged residential buildings, schools, and a water supply facility.
On the night of May 24, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 90 missiles and 600 UAVs. Air defense shot down 604 targets; missile and drone strikes were recorded at 54 locations.
Zelenskyy introduced sanctions against 127 occupiers for missile strikes and 29 vessels of the Russian fleet. The restrictions target commanders who attacked civilian objects.
The Russian Federation may strike Kyiv's government quarter, but will not destroy underground bunkers. Destroying the shelters would require nuclear weapons or strategic aviation.
Air defense neutralized 41 missiles and 652 drones during a massive overnight strike. The main direction of the enemy attack was targeted at Kyiv and the region.
35 Kinzhal missile flyovers and 92 drones near nuclear facilities have been recorded. Damage to the Chornobyl NPP sarcophagus threatens corrosion and requires 500 million euros.
In the Kyiv region, State Emergency Service specialists safely neutralized the warhead of a Russian X-47M2 missile in a field. Citizens are urged not to approach suspicious objects.
Due to the threat of shelling on March 29, trains were stopped in fields to evacuate passengers. A number of flights are arriving late after an attack by 442 drones.
Russian troops transferred more than 20 units of armored vehicles and 65 trucks with ammunition to the Berdiansk direction. The logistical focus shifted from the north of Donetsk region.
Russian drones damaged energy infrastructure and a private house in Odesa region. There were no casualties, but power outages occurred in several settlements.
Defense Forces destroyed 380 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. 16 drones hit 7 locations and debris fell in 14 places.
For the first time in a long while, Russians used Kinzhal-type missiles to strike Khmelnytskyi region.
Ukraine has received PAC-3 interceptor missiles to defend against ballistic targets. The new batch of ammunition is capable of shooting down Kinzhal, Iskander, and Zircon missiles.
Ukraine is considering the possibility of creating consortia with allies to develop air defense systems capable of shooting down ballistic missiles. This will also help overcome the shortage of ammunition for Patriot systems.
Since February 24, 2022, Ukrainian air defense has destroyed over 14,000 aerial targets, including missiles and drones. Air Force aviation has conducted 26,800 sorties between 2022 and 2026.
On the night of February 22, Russian troops attacked Ukraine using strategic bombers and hundreds of drones. The main strike was aimed at Kyiv, with missiles moving through several regions.
Ukraine's defense forces hit the Votkinsk Plant in Russia, which produces ballistic missiles. An oil refinery, a fuel depot, and a UAV workshop were also hit.
In January 2026, Russia launched 91 ballistic missiles at Ukraine, the highest monthly figure since the war began. The Ministry of Defense is working to accelerate the supply of MIM-104 Patriot missiles, having agreed on an urgent delivery from European warehouses.
Today, at approximately 2:40 PM, the enemy launched Kh-47M2 "Kinzhal" aeroballistic missiles from MiG-31K aircraft. Ukrainian forces neutralized them; the missiles did not reach their targets.
According to the mayor of Lviv, as of this moment, there is no information about destruction or casualties. City services are inspecting the community's territory.
Air defense is heard working in Lviv after a warning about high-speed targets. Mayor Sadovyi reported a "Kinzhal" missile heading towards the city.
Russia launched 7 missiles, including two "Kinzhal" missiles, and 328 drones at Ukraine. 297 drones were shot down or suppressed, and enemy missiles did not reach their targets.
The head of the NSDC's Center for Countering Disinformation, Kovalenko, reported a massive Russian attack on Kropyvnytskyi. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned of a threat after the take-off of a MiG-31K and an attack by enemy drones.
Ukrainian air defense uses a variety of systems to protect against Russian aerial targets. Air defense systems are classified by range and type, including Buk SAMs, NASAMS, Patriot, as well as mobile fire groups and aviation.
