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February 10, 2026

The New Laser That Can Take Down Aircraft

Russian strikes have forced Ukraine to build high-tech air defense on the cheap.

The New Laser That Can Take Down Aircraft

TL;DR

  • Ukraine is developing its own air defense systems, including a laser weapon called Sunray, due to insufficient Western supplies.
  • The Sunray laser weapon is significantly cheaper and faster to develop than comparable U.S. systems like Helios.
  • Ukrainian arms manufacturers are creating various advanced weapons, including interceptor drones and wheeled robots, on a tight budget.
  • The Vampire bomber drone, nicknamed Baba Yaga, is a key innovation by the company Skyfall, which also produces the P1-Sun drone.
  • These Ukrainian-developed weapons are designed to be cost-effective and efficient against Russian drones, addressing a critical security threat.
  • Ukraine aims to export its drone technology and establish joint ventures to ensure a stable supply of weapons.

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