Spurred by its existential fight against Russia — and limited military assistance from Western allies — Ukraine has fast become a global center for defense innovation. The goal is to match, if not outmuscle, Russia’s capabilities — and Fire Point is one of the companies leading the way.

You can reach Shane by emailing [email protected] The Ukrainian Air Force said Russia launched a massive air attack overnight into Thursday, August 21, using 614 drones and missiles. Of those, the air force said it had shot down or suppressed 577 of them.