Ukraine Designs Its Own Air Defence Shield — Taking Inspiration from Israel
Ucrania avanza en el diseño de su escudo antiaéreo inspirado en el de Israel
Summary
Ukraine is working to develop a multi-layered air defence system modelled on Israel's, which combines several missile interception systems to cover different threat levels. The main challenge Kyiv faces is its territory — roughly 30 times larger than Israel's — making comprehensive coverage far more complex and costly. The initiative reflects Ukraine's urgent need to protect its civilian population and critical infrastructure from relentless Russian aerial attacks.
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