During the night of June 10, an impressive and well-coordinated anti-aircraft operation took place in Odessa region, during which Ukrainian Air Force personnel demonstrated a high level of training and synchronized effort in destroying enemy unmanned aerial vehicles
Specifically, mobile missile defense units from the Odessa command’s "South" air defense brigade confidently neutralized seven Shahed attack drones heading towards Ukrainian territory. According to the press service of the Air Force Command, this operational mission was part of a systematic response to the aggressor, carried out by our military as part of air defense measures. Video recordings released by the agency capture moments of enemy drone destruction, and a particularly striking frame shows military personnel defending the country successfully shooting down targets at such altitudes that many of them simply fall into the sea, never reaching their targets. This successful action once again confirms the high combat readiness of Ukrainian air defense systems and their ability to respond swiftly to new challenges from the enemy. The Shahed drones, actively used by Russia as part of its large-scale aggression, were defeated this time in the fight against Ukrainian defense, and their destruction stands as another example of the courage and professionalism of our defenders. Destroying these drones is not only an important step in protecting the border and maritime zones but also a signal to the enemy that Ukrainian air defense can effectively counter even modern and complex weapon types. Military personnel and volunteers across the country celebrate this victory, as such actions demonstrate that Ukraine continues to hold the line and gives the enemy no chance to implement its sinister plans. Thus, the loud "strike" in the air during the night was yet another confirmation of the Ukrainian army’s combat readiness and the high level of coordination among our air defense forces. This victory over Shahed drones ensured not only the safety of civilians and soldiers but also added an additional deterrent factor for enemy aviation. Ukraine continues to strengthen its defense capabilities, demonstrating to the world an unstoppable spirit and the ability to protect its land.