Ukraine destroys another Russian BUK-M1 missile launcher

Ukraine’s National Guardsmen destroyed a Russian BUK-M1 anti-aircraft missile system, which may cost nearly $100 million.

This was announced by the Minister of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, via Telegram, Ukrinform reports.

"Fighters from the 27th Cavalry Brigade of the National Guard destroyed Russia’s high-cost anti-aircraft missile system, BUK-M1. National Guards located the enemy air defense system during a reconnaissance mission on one of the hottest areas of the front line," the minister wrote.

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He added that, depending on modification, the cost of such an air defense system could reach as much as $100 million.

As reported, National Guard Commander Oleksandr Pivnenko said the force would be strengthened with DITA self-propelled artillery systems.