Morning "fireworks": Ukrainian Air Force chief posts video of downing of Russian missile over Odesa Oblast
Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk, Commander of Ukraine's Air Force, has posted a video showing the moment when a Russian cruise missile was downed during an attack on Odesa Oblast on the morning of 17 September.
Source: Oleshchuk on Telegram
Quote: "For those who are not asleep, this is the morning action of the soldiers of the Air Command Pivden (South – ed.) against Ruscist cruise missiles!
17 September 2023. Odesa Oblast. Our favourite city can sleep well!"
Details: As usual, the commander thanked the air defence troops for their effective work.
Earlier: The Russians struck Ukraine on the night of 16-17 September with air-launched cruise missiles and strike UAVs, with 12 of the 16 air targets being shot down.
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