Военно-морские силы впервые сбили ракету Х-59 с помощью APKWS — смотрите видео!

This was reported by Defense Express on Saturday, January 26.

Downing of a Russian Missile with APKWS

According to the Navy, the X-59 missile was destroyed by the crew of one of the boats. Judging by the video, it is likely that the enemy target was hit using APKWS. This marks the first public instance of such an operation. Previously, the Navy demonstrated how Vampire missile systems equipped with APKWS take down enemy drones.

What is Known About the APKWS System

APKWS (Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System) is a precision-guided weapon. It combines unguided 70-mm Hydra 70 rockets with a semi-active laser guidance unit. Germany first supplied Ukraine with such missiles in 2022.

APKWS missiles are employed in Vampire missile systems. The Ukrainian army ordered 14 of these systems. It took about six months to deliver the first four installations.

Recall that Ukrainian defenders shot down most of the drones used by Russians to attack cities on the night of January 26. In total, over 70 aerial targets were launched.

On the night of January 26, Ukrainian forces attacked the Ryazan Oil Refinery. Following another strike, a fire broke out on site.