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💪 Ukrainian air defense achieved the impossible last night and this morning. No air defense system in the world can do what Ukraine’s defenders did. And considering the severe shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, it can only be described as a miracle. Just imagine: the Armed Forces of Ukraine reportedly shot down 5 out of 6 hypersonic Zircon missiles overnight. No military in the world has ever had significant experience intercepting hypersonic missiles, especially during such a massive missile assault and in such numbers. Despite a critical shortage of Patriot missiles, Ukrainian forces also intercepted 15 out of 34 Iskander ballistic missiles. The professionalism of Ukraine’s air defenders is simply extraordinary. At one point, General Christopher Cavoli stated that Americans were learning Patriot combat tactics from Ukrainians. That statement reportedly shocked many observers and lawmakers. Ukrainian crews mastered Patriot systems in just a few months, while specialists elsewhere often spend much longer training. But do you know what impressed me the most? Ukrainian air defense units, military personnel, and pilots reportedly shot down all 30 out of 30 Kh-101 cruise missiles. That is almost impossible to comprehend. If those missiles had been launched individually, it would already have been difficult. But to intercept every single cruise missile during a massive, multi-vector attack is something no military in the world has demonstrated under such conditions. Not the Iron Dome. Not America’s missile shield. Not any “golden dome.” The recent conflict involving Iran showed just how challenging large-scale missile and drone defense can be. Also consider that 582 out of 611 drones were reportedly destroyed. I would like, on behalf of all of us, to thank Ukraine’s air defense personnel for this achievement. For saving hundreds of lives in Kyiv and across Ukraine. You are extraordinary, and we are grateful. We believe in you. Glory to Ukraine! 🇺🇦