In the days prior to the blast, videos circulated on-line depicting Russian S-300 air-defense batteries apparently engaging incoming Tochkas.
Intelligence from allies
Since early in the war, the US and its allies have been providing Ukraine with intelligence. US officials have all indicated that intelligence sharing with Ukraine was unprecedented since the country is not a NATO partner.
A National Security Council spokesperson said “‘there has been a lot of real-time intelligence shared in terms of things that could be used for specific targeting of Russian forces. The details include satellite images and information on active Russian units.
‘We are regularly providing detailed, timely intelligence to the Ukrainians on the battlefield to help them defend their country against Russian aggression and will continue to do so.’ the spokesperson added.
Ukraine has also been successful at developing their own intelligence through seperate channels.
Real-time information was invaluable in assisting Ukraine when the Russians attacked a key airport near Kyiv.
