Ukraine theater · Missile / Drone
Ukrainian border guards shoot down cruise missile with machine gun in Kyiv Oblast – photos, video
Ukrainian border guards in Kyiv Oblast shot down a cruise missile with a machine gun during Russia's large-scale attack on the night of 19-20 August, according to Ukrainska Pravda.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the unconventional tactics used by Ukrainian forces to counter Russian missile attacks, and underscores the intensity of the ongoing aerial assault on the region.
What's unclear
- The exact type of cruise missile and its intended target are not specified.
- The location within Kyiv Oblast and the number of personnel involved are not detailed.
Linked public sources
- Ukrainian border guards shoot down cruise missile with machine gun in Kyiv Oblast – photos, video — Ukrainska Pravda
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