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The unit detected the target moving towards Kyiv and opened fire on it. They were able to score a hit on the missile, damaging the missile’s fuel tank, which exploded. The missile’s warhead did not detonate once it crashed, the National Guard concluded after examining the missile’s debris. Read also: 31 civilians killed, 130+ injured as Russia unleashes largest missile and drone attack of the war The National Guard’s mobile fire units are specifically designed to counter air strikes and can shoot down missiles and kamikaze drones. This, combined with the effective work of air defense units, al…

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