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"Ukraine's S-200 Missile Downs Russian A-50U AWACS: Impact on Military Strategy"

Ukrainian forces shot down a crucial Russian A-50U AWACS aircraft using a Soviet-era S-200 air defense missile system, marking a significant achievement for Ukrainian air defense capabilities. The loss of these aircraft, which play a critical role in Russian military operations, underscores the vulnerabilities of advanced assets in contested airspace and highlights the evolving dynamics of the conflict. The incident emphasizes the high stakes involved in deploying valuable assets in areas where they are at risk and showcases the complex calculus involved in maintaining operational utility while protecting critical assets.

via Army Recognition|

#a-50u #military-conflict #military-defense

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"Ukraine Modernizes Military Arsenal with Vintage Soviet Deep-Strike Missile"

The Ukrainian air force may be repurposing obsolete S-200 surface-to-air missile systems as ground-attack weapons, potentially replacing their dwindling stockpile of Tochka ballistic missiles. While there is no official confirmation, the conversion is not unprecedented, as Russian forces have been using newer S-300 missiles for ground attacks. The S-200, developed in the 1960s, has a range of up to 190 miles and can reach altitudes of 130,000 feet. By modifying the guidance system, the Ukrainians could potentially extend the missile's range for ground attacks. This could provide a temporary solution until Ukraine receives more modern long-range rockets from its allies.

via Forbes|

#ground-attack #military-technology #missile-conversion