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"One of Ukraine's greatest vulnerabilities": why Kiev can no longer intercept Russian ballistic missiles?
France🏛️ PoliticsCenter5 hr. ago

"One of Ukraine's greatest vulnerabilities": why Kiev can no longer intercept Russian ballistic missiles?

The article discusses the growing vulnerability of Ukraine’s defense systems against Russian ballistic missile attacks, highlighting concerns raised by President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the shortage of interceptor weapons. Zelensky has repeatedly warned Western allies about delays in deliveries and reluctance from partners, which have worsened Ukraine’s ability to defend itself. Recent strikes have resulted in dozens of casualties, with Zelensky specifically citing the failure to intercept 28 enemy missiles, including Iskander and Zircon ballistic missiles, during recent attacks on Kyiv. The article notes that the number of defensive systems provided by Western countries has dropped significantly since 2025, exacerbating the crisis.

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"One of Ukraine's greatest vulnerabilities": why Kiev can no longer intercept Russian ballistic missiles?

The article discusses the growing vulnerability of Ukraine’s defense systems against Russian ballistic missile attacks, highlighting concerns raised by President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the shortage of interceptor weapons. Zelensky has repeatedly warned Western allies about delays in deliveries and reluctance from partners, which have worsened Ukraine’s ability to defend itself. Recent strikes have resulted in dozens of casualties, with Zelensky specifically citing the failure to intercept 28 enemy missiles, including Iskander and Zircon ballistic missiles, during recent attacks on Kyiv. The article notes that the number of defensive systems provided by Western countries has dropped significantly since 2025, exacerbating the crisis.

Bias read (Center): While the article presents the issue of Ukraine’s defense shortages as a critical concern, it does not overtly favor any particular political stance. It reports on Zelensky’s appeals to Western allies and the impact of geopolitical tensions, such as the U.S.-Iran conflict, but maintains a balanced,纪

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