Germany Sends New IRIS-T System to Ukraine as Kyiv Braces for Next Russian Mass Attack
The launcher adds to Ukraine’s layered defenses as Russian strikes continue and Kyiv warns of a shortage of air defense missiles.
- On Saturday, May 30, 2026, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine received a new IRIS-T air defense system from Germany, strengthening defenses against Russian airstrikes.
- Russian forces launched more than 2,300 attack drones, nearly 1,560 guided aerial bombs, and 108 missiles over the past week, targeting civilian infrastructure and energy facilities, Zelensky said.
- The IRIS-T medium-range system can reach targets at 40 km and an altitude of 20 km. Zelensky said, "We thank Germany for its constant contribution to protecting people."
- Separately, Ukraine reached agreements with Sweden this week for a new aid package including 16 used Saab JAS Gripen fighter jets, with Stockholm helping acquire up to 20 newer Gripen aircraft.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the United States will "find a way" to help Ukraine defend itself, though Zelensky prioritized ballistic defense systems that the German-made IRIS-T cannot intercept.
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Ukraine received on Saturday a new IRIS-T air defence system sent by Germany. This system will complement the defence weapons of the Ukrainian military. Volodymyr Zelensky fears a massive attack...
According to President Wolodymyr Selenskyj of Germany, Ukraine has received another launch facility for the Iris-T air defense. At the same time, he demanded further supply of ammunition.
Germany supplies another IRIS-T air defense system to Ukraine, Zelensky says
Ukraine has received a new IRIS-T air defense missile launcher from Germany, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Sunday, May 30, on his official Telegram channel. The German government has yet to confirm this delivery. Zelensky expressed gratitude to Germany for its ongoing contribution to the defense of Ukrainian citizens, noting that such support has helped save "thousands and thousands of lives." However, he emphasized the urgent need for …
For years, Russia has been terrorizing Ukraine from the air, according to Ukrainian reports this week alone with 2,300 drones, 1,560 piloted glide bombs and 108 rockets. That's all the more what Kiev needs Western air defense systems.
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