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NATO Tests Interceptors for Russian Guided Bombs, Ukraine to Receive Tech by End of 2025
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NATO has successfully completed testing of advanced systems capable of intercepting Russian guided aerial bombs (KABs)—a major step toward neutralizing one of the Kremlin’s most destructive battlefield weapons. The technology is expected to be delivered to Ukraine by the end of 2025.
According to Defense Express on June 19, the development is part of the NATO Innovation Challenge initiative, launched in early 2025. The program focuses on enhancing layered air defense capabilities to counter both guided bombs and loitering munitions, such as Shahed-type drones.
The project brought together several Western defense startups—Alta Ares, Atreyd, and Tytan—tasked with developing and integrating critical components for multi-layered interception systems. Field testing was monitored by representatives from NATO Joint Command, France, and Ukraine.
Alta Ares demonstrated a system capable of detecting, identifying, and forecasting the trajectory of incoming KABs. Atreyd and Tytan unveiled air-defense drone platforms designed to intercept these threats mid-flight—ranging from individual UAVs to coordinated swarms of interceptors.
While further development is ongoing, several components are already being prepared for operational deployment. According to the report, Ukraine could begin receiving these systems as early as late 2025.
“The ability to intercept guided bombs will not only save the lives of Ukrainian defenders but also strengthen the resilience of frontline fortifications. Solutions to this threat are urgently needed,” Defense Express noted.
Earlier, as part of the “Dronopad” initiative led by the Come Back Alive Foundation, Ukrainian interceptor drones destroyed over 2,000 Russian unmanned aerial vehicles, including at least 17 Shahed drones.
Launched in spring 2024, the project provides frontline units with upgraded FPV drones, vehicles, communications gear, and power systems specifically designed for drone interception operations.
