The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine noted the effectiveness of air defense units in repelling a massive attack on July 19. They say that the defenders “worked great.” But Ukraine urgently needs an uninterrupted supply of interceptors. Protection against ballistic weapons is currently a key and ongoing defense priority for Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelensky also called on international partners to adhere to agreements on anti-ballistic assistance packages. In the last week alone, the Russian Federation has launched about 1,450 drones, more than 1,640 surface-to-air missiles, and 99 missiles at Ukrainian cities.
The Ministry of Defense commented on the work of air defense during the night attack on July 19. Kyiv Post reports this, the PromPolitInform portal reports.
The Ministry of Defense explained why it is not possible to shoot down all ballistics
The department says that this night the air defense “worked perfectly, but interceptor missiles are needed”
“They are needed every day. Uninterrupted supply, compliance with agreements. These aid packages are lives saved,” the Ministry of Defense emphasized.
The Ministry noted that ballistic protection is now a constant and top priority.
How many drones and missiles did the Russians launch this week
President Volodymyr Zelensky also emphasized the need for anti-ballistics.
“Ballistic protection is a constant and top priority,” he wrote on social networks.
He emphasized that it is important to continue pressure on Russia. After all, delays with new decisions only play into Moscow’s hands.
In the last week alone, Russia has used about 1,450 strike drones, over 1,640 guided bombs and 99 missiles of various types against Ukraine.
