https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/under-siege-ukraine-uses-f-16s-to-shoot-down-russia-s-jet-powered-dronesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/under-siege-ukraine-uses-f-16s-to-shoot-down-russia-s-jet-powered-droneshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/under-siege-ukraine-uses-f-16s-to-shoot-down-russia-s-jet-powered-drones#u148149Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:12:36 +0000Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets are currently intercepting 55-60% of Russia's jet-powered Shahed drones, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. The interception rate is supported by increasing supplies of 20 mm ammunition, which Zelensky describes as being at a satisfactory level. While these American-made aircraft are filling a critical defensive gap, the mission of chasing drones is placing significant strain on the aging airframes. Ukraine is now pursuing further defenses, including new missiles, turrets, and the Freya project, to supplement its aerial intercepts.Why it mattersRussia h