Fedorov demonstrates 'small' air defense operations to Lithuanian Defense Minister
Ministers of Defense of Ukraine Mykhailo Fedorov and Robertas Kaunas visited the positions of mobile fire groups that protect Ukrainian skies on a permanent basis.
"We showed how our solutions work in combat conditions and how technologies improve air defense efficiency… We demonstrated the operation of autonomous anti-aircraft turrets with artificial intelligence that strike missiles and strike drones, as well as interceptor drones as a key element of layered air defense… The Lithuanian delegation saw with their own eyes how mobile fire groups destroy air targets in real time," Fedorov wrote on Telegram following the visit to the positions on Friday.
According to him, Ukraine is building a multi-level system of "small" air defense using a combination of different types of equipment, which is effective and forms a unique experience not possessed by other countries.
"Our task is to identify 100% of air threats in real time and intercept at least 95% of missiles and drones. This is about the systematic protection of people and critical infrastructure," the minister noted.
Separately, the parties discussed support for defense startups, financing, and supplies.
"We are considering the launch of a joint project within Brave1 for Ukrainian and Lithuanian companies. The focus is on solutions for sky protection… Cooperation priorities: production of Ukrainian drones, supply of long-range artillery ammunition, and continuation of the PURL program," Fedorov wrote.