In March, Ukrainian air defences shot down and suppressed 89.9% Russian missiles and drones. Last month, 641 enemy aircraft failed to reach their targets. Performance indicators have been growing for the fourth month in a row.
Air defence performance indicators
According to the Ministry of Defence, Ukraine's air defence effectiveness reached 89.9% in March. This is the highest figure for the last four months.
Last month, 641 Russian missile and drone strikes were shot down or suppressed by Ukrainian forces. This is the fourth month in a row that performance indicators have increased.
Strategic goal
The Ministry of Defence stresses that the strategic goal is to intercept at least 95% enemy missiles and drones. To this end, the air defence system continues to be improved and new means are being deployed.
Improving the effectiveness of air defence remains one of the country's key defence priorities.
Context.
Russia regularly launches massive missile and drone attacks on the territory of Ukraine. Ukraine's air defence system is constantly adapting to new enemy tactics and increasing its capabilities.
