The Ukrainian Air Force Command has shared a video detailing their air defense operations in response to a large-scale strike by Russia on the night of February 21-22, 2026. The operation was part of a broader Russian assault aimed at critical infrastructure across Ukraine, which saw the use of various aerial bombardments including missiles and drones.

During this specific attack, Ukrainian forces reported the interception of 345 aerial attack assets, consisting of 33 missiles and a staggering 274 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The scale of the attack was notable, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated that nearly 300 Russian drones and 50 missiles targeted major areas including Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Poltava, and Sumy oblasts. The defensive measures taken during this operation were crucial in mitigating damage, yet the ongoing aggressive actions highlight the persistent threat faced by Ukraine's airspace.

The release of this video serves not only to inform the public but also to demonstrate the capabilities and resilience of the Ukrainian Air Force in safeguarding the nation’s airspace against further incursions. As the conflict evolves, the effectiveness of such air defense operations becomes increasingly vital, and timely reporting of these incidents could play a role in bolstering public morale and international support for Ukraine in its ongoing struggle against Russian aggression.