Prototypes of interceptors for "Shahed" jets have already been developed, and final adjustments are underway, – Zelenskyy

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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ramping up production of interceptors to counter "Shahed" drones. During a meeting of the High Command, officials discussed involving the private sector in the production and supply of certain air defense systems.
This was reported by Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
According to the president, the main issue discussed at the High Command meeting was accelerating all processes related to the production of high-speed interceptor drones.
Ukraine already has manufacturers capable of carrying out this task.
Prototypes have been developed, and work is underway to bring this new weapon up to the required level of effectiveness
Volodymyr ZelenskyyPresident of Ukraine
Zelenskyy thanked Ukrainian developers who are working on creating new air defense systems.
During the meeting, they also discussed in detail the possibilities of involving the private sector in the production, supply, and configuration of certain types of air defense systems. This is intended to strengthen Ukraine’s defenses amid Russia’s ramp-up of production of high-speed air attack vehicles.
Zelenskyy also noted that Ukrainian intelligence has information about the enemy’s plans to develop high-speed attack vehicles. According to him, Ukrainian resources are being directed toward preparing a response to this threat.
In addition, Ukraine plans to act not only by strengthening its defenses but also through asymmetric measures. The relevant operations have already been approved.
As a reminder, on August 30, Ukrainian Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara told reporters about the Kremlin’s real objectives and the development of four “Shahed” jet interceptors.
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Olga Shendetska news feed editor
All materialsShe studied at Tavria State University. She has been working in journalism since 2019. She worked for the Israeli publication "Cursor" and as an editor for the financial website Traders Union.
