# Ukraine's Air Force faces backlash over decision to stop publishing Russian ballistic missile figures

https://mins.news/en/item/21139

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-08-13 10:33 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/ukraines-air-force-faces-backlash-as-it-stops-publishing-russian-ballistic-missile-figures/

> Ukraine’s Air Force will stop including the exact numbers of Russian ballistic missiles launched and intercepted in its daily morning updates, citing security and communications concerns. Critics say the change undermines transparency, while spokesperson Yurii Ihnat said totals will still be released monthly and real-time launch warnings will continue.

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