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Ukraine Uses First Long-Range Interceptor Drones, Stops 31 Missiles

4/24/2026

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Ukraine says it is the first nation to field remote-controlled interceptor drones that strike targets up to thousands of kilometres away.
Ukrainian officials reported domestic drone production reached about 4.5 million units last year and continues to grow.
In the latest large-scale Russian attack, Ukraine neutralised 31 missiles and 636 drones, while 12 missiles and 20 drones hit targets, killing 17 people.

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Ukraine says it is the first nation to field remote-controlled interceptor drones that strike targets up to thousands of kilometres away.
Ukrainian officials reported domestic drone production reached about 4.5 million units last year and continues to grow.
In the latest large-scale Russian attack, Ukraine neutralised 31 missiles and 636 drones, while 12 missiles and 20 drones hit targets, killing 17 people.