Russia-Ukraine war: In a significant turn of events, the Ukrainian army has delivered a final blow to Russia by destroying five air defense systems in a single day. In its latest development, Ukrainian army destroyed two Pantsir S1 anti-aircraft missile, one OSA air defense system, and two S 300 air defense systems of Russia. The Ukrainian army is celebrating this a significant victory in their ongoing struggle against Russia. This accomplishment is especially impressive given Russia’s heavy reliance on the Pantsir S1 anti-aircraft system during the conflict.
The Pantsir S1 system, which is valued at around 15 to 20 million dollars, is a highly mobile anti-aircraft technology. It is designed to effectively target fighter jets, cruise missiles, and various rockets within a short range. Its portable nature allows for strategic deployment, making it a vital component in defending the skies throughout this challenging situation.
For those unversed, the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia has intensified, with military operations currently costing around $350 million. Along with this, Ukraine has also intensified its demand for NATO membership.
Zelenskiy says Ukraine‘s membership of NATO is ‘achievable’
Ukraine‘s membership of NATO is “achievable,” but Kyiv will have to fight to persuade allies to make it happen, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Ukrainian diplomats in a speech released on December 22.
Ukraine has repeatedly urged NATO to invite Kyiv to become a member. The Western military alliance has said Ukraine will join its ranks one day but has not set a date or issued an invitation.
Moscow has cited the prospect of Ukraine joining NATO as one of the principal justifications for its 2022 invasion. Kyiv says membership in the Western alliance’s mutual defense pact, or an equivalent form of security guarantee, would be crucial to any peace plan to ensure that Russia does not attack again.
“We all understand that Ukraine‘s invitation to NATO and membership in the alliance can only be a political decision,” Zelenskiy told diplomats at a gathering in Kyiv. “Alliance for Ukraine is achievable, but it is achievable only if we fight for this decision at all the necessary levels.”
Zelenskiy said allies needed to know what Ukraine can bring to NATO and how its membership in the alliance would stabilize global relations.
(With inputs from agencies)
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