Some combat groups already using new Ukrainian interceptor drones against jet UAVs

Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Secretary Ihor Klymenko said Monday that some combat units are already using newly developed Ukrainian interceptor drones against Russian jet-powered Shahed drones, with manufacturers working toward mass production. He noted Russia has escalated its air campaign, with Kyiv logging 235 air raid alerts totaling 261 hours since Aug. 27.

President Zelenskyy has reported mixed results in recent weeks, saying interceptors successfully hit at least one Shahed while acknowledging control systems still need refinement. Officials including Presidential Office head Kyrylo Budanov say mass deployment could begin within months, with prototypes already tested in combat.

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