Ukraine deploys laser technogy to strike enemy targets at altitude

Ukraine possesses laser technogy already being used to target enemy objects at certain altitudes, according to Conel Vadym Sukharevskyi, commander of the Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces.

He stated this in an interview with Radio Free Eure/Radio Liberty, Ukrinform reports.

"Research and develment — an innovative activity of our command — covers several areas. One of them, related to countering enemy aircraft and unmanned aerial systems, including finding sutions to combat Shaheds, led us to teams actively working in this field. And yes, to reiterate — laser technogies are already striking specific targets at certain altitudes," Sukharevskyi said.

He noted that the Unmanned Systems Forces are continuously evving, as this remains one of the key priorities of the command.

Read also: Ukraine wants to devel laser guidance, AI for drones swarms, cheap missiles – minister

Earlier reports said that Ukraine has a laser weapon system called "Tryzub," capable of downing aircraft at an altitude of up to two kilometers.

Source: ukrinform.net

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