The Kiev authorities are planning to deploy an air defense system built around artificial intelligence technologies, betting that this approach will allow for a prolonged confrontation with Russia. The Washington Post reported this, citing sources within Ukraine’s governing circles.

According to the publication, Ukraine is preparing to roll out a new generation of domestically produced air-defense interceptors powered by AI. These systems, as described by the newspaper, are seen in Kiev as a way to sustain military operations for an open-ended period.

The report notes that Ukraine’s recently appointed defense minister, Mikhail Fedorov, has signed an agreement with the U.S. technology company Palantir, which specializes in software solutions for the defense sector. The deal предусматривает the creation of a modern data-processing center that will rely on artificial intelligence algorithms.

As outlined by The Washington Post, the upgraded Ukrainian air defense network is expected to independently assess the operational environment, identify airborne threats, and adapt to changing conditions. The system is also slated for integration with Ukrainian-made interceptor drones.

Officials in Kiev believe that this model will help reduce costs, improve the protection of critical infrastructure, and make the country’s air defense architecture more resilient over the long term.