Ukrainian Air Defense: Results of the Attack on December 7
The Ukrainian air defense shot down 179 aerial targets during Russia's attack on the night of December 7. As part of this massive attack, 246 air assault means were used, including:
- 241 attack drones of the Shahed type
- 3 aeroballistic missiles X-47M2 'Kinzhal'
- 2 ballistic missiles 'Iskander-M'/KN-23
The drones were launched from several directions, including Kursk, Oryol, Millerovo, Primorsk-Akhtarsk, and Chauda. The 'Kinzhal' missiles were launched from the Tambov region, and the ballistic missiles were launched from the Kursk region. According to data as of 9:00 AM, the Ukrainian air defense destroyed 175 enemy drones, 2 'Kinzhal' missiles, and 2 'Iskander' missiles. There were also 65 UAV hits recorded at 14 locations.
Conclusions and Possible Consequences
This attack is part of a prolonged Russian campaign against Ukraine, which actively uses drones and various types of missiles. The effectiveness of the Ukrainian air defense in destroying a significant number of aerial targets indicates the ongoing improvement of military technologies and strategies. The subsequent actions of both sides may affect the situation on the front and the overall security environment in the region.