CNN reporters find out what components are damaged on Patriot SAMs in Kyiv

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11:15, 18.05.2023

In particular, the Patriot battery alternator and some of the system's electronics were damaged.



This was reported by CNN citing sources.

According to the journalists, two components of the Patriot surface-to-air missile system were damaged during one of the Russian attacks.

In particular, the Patriot battery generator and part of the system's electronics were damaged.

Journalists report:

The Russian shelling, which consisted of Dinkzhal hypersonic missiles, Kalibr cruise missiles and other munitions, damaged the Patriot battery generator and part of the system's electronics.

U.S. officials believe the damage was minimal or negligible. Inspectors from the U.S. are already on their way to Ukraine to inspect the system and give a more accurate assessment of the damage.

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Artur Zayonts

Artur Zayonts specialises in news from the frontline. A historian by education, Arthur has always sought to bring depth and context to his journalistic work.