How Russia's attack tactics on Ukraine have shifted: Air force response
Photo: Head of the Communications Department of the Air Force Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Yurii Ihnat (Getty Images)
Russia has changed its missile strike tactics against Ukraine, increasing the use of ballistic missiles while also modifying its rockets and drones, said Yurii Ihnat, head of the communications department of the Ukrainian Air Force Command, during a national telethon broadcast.
"Tactics can indeed change. The enemy is modernizing its equipment. We have seen that since its first use in the fall of 2022, the Shahed drone has changed externally, now appearing in black. It has also undergone several modifications, including improvements to targeting and satellite navigation," Ihnat said.
According to him, Russia is also upgrading its ballistic missiles. Ihnat noted that after Ukraine acquired Patriot air defense systems, it was able to intercept Kinzhal missiles and Iskander ballistic missiles. However, intercepting them has become more challenging as Russia continues to modernize its missiles.
Ukraine is sharing this intelligence with its Western partners to help improve air defense systems.
Here is the English translation while maintaining the original structure and a formal news tone:
"Since the beginning of 2024, the enemy has increased the share of ballistic missiles among all missile strikes. The percentage of cruise missiles is decreasing, while the use of ballistic missiles is rising because, as we understand, Patriot systems are capable of intercepting ballistic missiles," added the representative of the Air Force.
Combined strike on Ukraine on April 6
Last night, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with drones and missiles of various types, including ballistic missiles.
Mykolaiv and Sumy came under drone strikes, resulting in damage and fires.
Additionally, Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv. Fires broke out in three districts of the city. As a result of the attack, one man was killed, and three others were injured. The occupiers also targeted Kyiv region with missiles and drones.
More details on the consequences of the combined strike can be found in RBC-Ukraine’s report.
