Ukrainian Buk-M1 missile successfully intercepted Russian Iskander-K missile

Ukraine's air defense confirmed that a Ukrainian Buk-M1 missile shot down a Russian Iskander-K cruise missile in a recent large-scale attack.

Ukrainian air defense units successfully intercepted and destroyed an advanced Russian cruise missile before it could hit civilian areas. Photo: @Wkipedia.

The Ukrainian Air Force released footage showing the Buk-M1 surface-to-air missile system launching and accurately hitting an incoming Iskander-K missile. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

According to the statement of the Ukrainian Air Force, the interception was carried out by a crew of the Ukrainian Sich Riflemen anti-aircraft missile regiment. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

The Buk-M1 missile unit attacked the Iskander-K missile during the wave of Russian attacks on northern Ukraine, demonstrating quick reaction and excellent coordination between Ukrainian air defense forces. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

“Our fighters once again demonstrated professionalism, composure and team spirit, proving that these qualities remain Ukraine’s strongest defense,” the Ukrainian Air Force statement stressed. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

The Buk-M1, first introduced by the Soviet Union in the early 1980s, remains a key component of Ukraine's multi-layered air defense network. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

The system is designed to attack multiple aerial targets at the same time, including aircraft, drones and cruise missiles, at a range of up to 35 km and an altitude of 15 meters to 22 km. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

Despite its age, the platform continues to play a decisive role, thanks to its constant modernization and the skills of Ukrainian operators. Photo: @Air Force of Ukraine.

The successful interception bolsters confidence in Ukraine’s ability to adapt Cold War-era systems to counter modern Russian threats. Photo: @Ukrainian Air Force.

Military analysts note that modifications and integration with digital command and control networks have allowed older weapons like the Buk-M1 to remain competitive against low-flying, radar-evading munitions. Photo: @Wkipedia.

Earlier this month, Ukrainian forces reportedly shot down one of Russia’s latest Kh-69 stealth cruise missiles using a low-cost laser-guided APKWS interceptor system, underscoring Ukraine’s innovative and adaptive defense strategy. Photo: @Wkipedia.

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