A new drone developed by Ukraine’s defense industry is being used successfully to intercept Russian kamikaze drones of the Shahed type, according to an official announcement from the government in Kyiv.
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The equipment was recently presented to the Belgian Prime Minister, Bart De Wever, during his visit to the Ukrainian capital. The presentation was part of a meeting with representatives of the Ukrainian military-industrial complex, aimed at showcasing advances in the defense sector.
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In a video released by President Volodymyr Zelensky, the drone can be seen in action, as part of strategies for modernization and rapid response to aerial threats.
According to the developers, the drone has already successfully intercepted more than 20 Russian Shaheds in the last two months. Additionally, it can be used against smaller targets, such as reconnaissance drones, which frequently conduct surveillance over Ukrainian territory.
Although detailed technical specifications have not yet been released, it has been reported that the drone reaches a top speed of 200 km/h and an operational altitude of up to 5,000 meters. Experts claim that, currently, it is the most effective interceptor against Shaheds in service with Ukraine’s Defense Forces.
The creation of drones like this is part of an ongoing effort to find more affordable and efficient defense solutions, capable of complementing or even replacing high-cost anti-aircraft missiles in the fight against low-speed targets.
Sources and images: Militarnyi.com / Telegram @V_Zelenskiy_official. This content was produced with AI support and reviewed by the editorial team.
