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Ukraine faces shortage of missiles for F-16 fighters

8 sourcesPublished 09/09/2026, 16:54 · Updated 10/09/2026, 20:39

Ukraine is experiencing a critical shortage of AIM-120 and AIM-9 missiles for F-16 fighters, which are used to intercept Russian cruise missiles and drones. According to The Economist, the production rate of new Russian drones reaches 3,000 units per month, complicating the situation for Ukrainian air defense.

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Shortage of AIM-120 and AIM-9 missiles
Production rate of Russian drones at 3,000 units per month
F-16 fighters used for intercepting drones
Critical situation for Ukrainian air defense
Source: The Economist

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