Event Brief
Zelensky says Ukraine deployed new interceptor drone
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 19, 2026 at 11:10 AM ET
Summary: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv has launched a new advanced interceptor drone capable of shooting down Russia’s jet-powered Shahed drones. He shared footage of the drone tracking a Shahed before exploding on impact, calling the interception successful.
WHO: Volodymyr Zelensky
WHAT: Zelensky announced and showed footage of a successful interception using a new Ukrainian advanced interceptor drone against a Shahed drone.
WHEN: Sep 19, 2026 at 8:27 AM ET
WHERE: Ukraine
WHY: Zelensky said the interceptor was developed to defend against jet-powered 'shaheds' and provide greater protection.
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