
AI-generated summary
Ukraine uses Patriot air defense systems to defend against Russian missile attacks, but faces a shortage of ammunition for these systems.
Air defense has become Ukraine's Achilles heel due to a shortage of missiles, and Russia can take advantage of this. This was stated by Austrian colonel and military analyst Markus Reisner in an interview with T-Online.
According to Reisner, Ukrainian air defense has weakened significantly. In particular, Kyiv is faced with a shortage of missiles for Patriot air defense systems. The colonel emphasized that they are “a decisive means of defense against ballistic missiles and cruise missiles.” He added that on the night of September 8, Ukraine was able to shoot down only half of the missiles launched by Russia.
“This is an Achilles heel, which [Russian President Vladimir] Putin understands,” the analyst emphasized.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Russia could intensify missile attacks on Ukraine, taking advantage of the weakening of its air defense
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