Ukrainian air defenses shot down all cruise and anti-ship missiles during a massive shelling on February 26, 2026, as stated in a Ukraine context update within the 3-hour reporting window from 5:46 AM to 8:46 AM UTC. Ballistic missile threats remain unchanged, with calls for more PAC-3 missiles, according to the source. The update emphasizes that timely delivery of promised air defense packages enables successful interceptions, following earlier reconnaissance pauses and Tu-22 aircraft approaches near Bryansk reported by Andriy Smoliı at around 4:46 AM and 5:00 AM UTC. No new strikes or interceptions were detailed in prior short windows. A separate Military Journal post during the window showed 'Gyurza-2' armored vehicle training for the 18th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, providing no direct connection to the air defense report.
