Ukrainian Witness | War in Ukraine | ️🟠   A new ring of air defense using 'Pantsir' systems is being built ...

💭❗️🟠   A new ring of air defense using 'Pantsir' systems is being built around Moscow, — reports Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty 🟡  According to Osint analitycs, Russia’s air defense situation is becoming increasingly strained:➡️ In April, Russia lost around 30 air defense systems (many confirmed by video and geolocation). In the first 8 days of May, 10 more confirmed hits were recorded;➡️ At the same time, Russia is prioritizing protection of key sites inside the country rather than front-line areas:🟠 About 300 'Pantsir' systems are deployed across mainland Russia;🟠 Over 100 systems defend Moscow, around 30 protect Putin’s residence in Valdai, and others cover key ports in St. Petersburg and the Black Sea.➡️ Air defenses are also concentrated around oil refineries, industrial zones, military bases (including facilities linked to Shahed/Geran production in Alabuga), airports, and ports. Much of Russia’s air defense production is now directed toward protecting the homeland from drone threats;➡️ There is also a risk of missile shortages as priority is given to defending Moscow, leaving occupied Ukrainian territories less protected;➡️ Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces are increasingly targeting radar systems, degrading Russian air defense effectiveness, a trend that could intensify, especially in occupied southern Ukraine.