Ukraine’s intercept rates soar after allies send more air defences against Russian targets  

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**Ukraine’s Air Defense Gets a Boost**

The situation in Ukraine is getting more complex by the day. Despite receiving help from its partners, Russia continues to launch daily air attacks residential areas and civilian infrastructure.

These attacks have been ongoing since October , with a focus on disrupting civilian life. But what’s happening is that Ukraine’s ability to defend itself is improving. According to military expert Valerii Riabykh, the head of consulting company, Ukraine’s air defense capabilities in major cities have significantly increased.

**More Missiles Intercepted**

In October, only 8% of Russian ballistic and hypersonic missiles were intercepted by Ukraine’s air defense system. But in , this number jumped to over 40%. Riabykh credits Ukraine’s partners providing additional air defense systems, such as Patriot and SAMP/T, which have helped improve the ‘s ability to counter complex aerial .

**Partners Deliver**

Ukraine has received air defense systems from its allies, including NASAMS, IRIS-T, and Hawk MANPADS. These new systems have helped Ukraine’s air defense capabilities grow stronger in large cities like .

**Recent Attacks**

Just a few days ago, Russia launched 37 drones against Ukraine, targeting multiple oblasts and causing infrastructure damage. But the was able to intercept 18 across nine oblasts.

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