Ukraine Could Deploy Laser Air Defense That Already Kills FPV Drones Within Months
Deputy Commander-in-Chief Andrii Lebedenko says Ukraine's new laser system can already destroy FPV drones and could be fielded in two to three months.
Ukraine’s Deputy Commander-in-Chief Andrii Lebedenko has stated that the country’s new laser air defense system is already capable of killing FPV (first-person view) drones. According to him, the system could be deployed on the battlefield within the next two to three months.
This announcement highlights rapid progress in Ukrainian military technology, particularly in countering unmanned aerial vehicles, which have become a major threat for both Ukrainian and Russian forces. FPV drones are widely used for reconnaissance and strikes, and effectively neutralizing them could significantly enhance defensive capabilities.
Lebedenko did not disclose further technical details or operational conditions of the laser system, but his statement suggests that Ukraine may soon acquire a new, energy-efficient air defense weapon. Such a development would be a significant step given the continuous Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure and troops.
No official confirmation from other sources is available yet, but if the system is indeed deployed, it would be another example of Ukrainian military innovation under wartime conditions.
