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Ukraine Tests New Defense Against Surge in Russian Bombs

12/3/2025

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Ukraine's military is testing a new weapon system to counter Russian glide bombs.
From September to November, Ukrainian air defenses destroyed up to 100 glide bombs.
Details remain undisclosed about whether the system involves missile-based air defense or France's DWS-1 anti-KAB drones.
In October, Russia dropped a record 5,328 guided bombs, raising concerns about interception costs.

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Story summary

Ukraine's military is testing a new weapon system to counter Russian glide bombs.
From September to November, Ukrainian air defenses destroyed up to 100 glide bombs.
Details remain undisclosed about whether the system involves missile-based air defense or France's DWS-1 anti-KAB drones.
In October, Russia dropped a record 5,328 guided bombs, raising concerns about interception costs.