The Ukrainian Air Force have released a video showing the launch of the Storm Shadow missiles at targets in temporarily occupied Crimea, marking the first public display of such an action. Shared by the Ukrainian Air Force Commander Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk on the Air Force Day, August 4, the video underscores the critical role of Ukraine’s air defense.
Mykola Oleshchuk highlighted the extensive efforts to repel air attacks and the importance of a strong aviation coalition. A year ago, he addressed NATO Air Force commanders, stressing the need for a closed sky over Ukraine and stronger air defenses.
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The Ukrainian Air Force just released the first footage of Ukrainian Su-24s launching British-supplied Storm Shadow air-launched cruise missiles. pic.twitter.com/9AZOZdtIZO— OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) August 4, 2024
“Victory on the ground is forged in the sky! With this slogan, I addressed NATO Air Force commanders a year ago, calling on my colleagues to create a strong aviation coalition. We discussed a closed sky over Ukraine and the need to strengthen Ukrainian air defense with partners even before the full-scale invasion, as everyone understood how important it was to keep the sky clear. Therefore, we carried out many preparatory measures to withstand the blow and give a worthy response to the enemy’s air attack,” Mykola Oleshchuk wrote.
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