Russian Iskander-M Destroyed Ukrainian Patriot System

On October 10, the Russian Ministry of Defence released footage showcasing the destruction of a Ukrainian Patriot missile battery by a Russian Iskander-M ballistic missile near Pashena Balka in the Dnepropetrovsk region. The video reveals the destruction of key elements, including radar systems, control stations, and missile launchers. The attack took place within a vulnerable range of 250 km from Russian launch points, raising concerns about Ukraine’s strategic placement of such valuable air defense systems. Russian forces likely tracked the battery’s location through baiting techniques involving cruise missile launches, leading to the eventual strike. A low-observable Superkam drone captured the footage, highlighting weaknesses in Ukraine’s air defense awareness. This attack further complicates Ukraine’s ability to defend against Russian missile assaults, putting pressure on its limited supply of Patriot MIM-104 systems.