Russia’s missile salvos now near 200—Ukraine’s air shield is running out.

Ukraine’s unmanned-forces commander warned that the Kremlin is rushing to overwhelm a depleted air-defense system, according to a statement released Wednesday. The warning matches Western intelligence reports that Moscow is now exceeding its monthly missile production targets, producing more weapons than planned. July was Ukraine’s deadliest month for civilians since 2022, with casualty numbers climbing as Russian ballistic missile strikes intensify. The new salvos—sometimes approaching 200 missiles launched at once—are designed to saturate Ukrainian defenses, which have grown thinner after nearly two years of sustained combat. The commander’s remarks suggest that without additional air-defense support, Ukraine’s ability to protect its cities will continue to erode.