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Kyiv, Ukraine – The effectiveness of Ukraine’s electronic warfare (EW) system in disrupting Russian missile strikes has been highlighted by the commander of a Ukrainian EW unit, further underscoring the crucial role of EW capabilities in modern warfare. Speaking to the Kyiv Independent, Alkhimyk, the commander of “Night Watch,” revealed that since summer 2025, Ukrainian EW technology has managed to prevent 58 out of 59 Kinzhal missiles from reaching their intended targets.
The impressive achievement is attributed to the Ukrainian military’s comprehensive EW system, which includes Lima stations capable of jamming and spoofing signals. According to Alkhimyk, one Lima station can cover an area of up to 300 kilometers, underscoring the system’s potential when deployed en masse. With 32 stations required to neutralize the signals emitted by a Kinzhal’s CRPA (Combat Radar Precise Approach) antennas, the sheer scale of Ukraine’s EW operations becomes evident.
In addition to their efficacy against Kinzhals, Ukrainian EW systems have also shown to be effective against Shaheds, although with a slightly lower success rate. Furthermore, EW strikes have reportedly degraded the accuracy of Russia’s Iskander ballistic missiles, increasing their CEP (Circular Error Probable) from a mere 10 meters to a 100-1000 meters. This significant shift in precision is partly attributed to sanctions imposed on Russia, which have limited the country’s ability to produce and maintain its missile systems.
The commander of “Night Watch” also estimated the cost required to implement an EW system capable of defending the entire Ukrainian territory. Alkhimyk stated that the necessary expenditure would be in the region of $1 billion to counter Kinzhal missiles, with an estimated $1.8 billion required to defend against ballistic missiles like the Iskanders.
As the conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues to evolve, the critical role of electronic warfare in disrupting the former’s military capabilities remains increasingly evident. With Ukraine’s EW systems proving effective against Russia’s most advanced missile systems, the future of modern warfare appears to be shifting inexorably towards an emphasis on electronic and cyber warfare.