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Ukraine's Defence Intelligence agency (DIU) published footage showing a joint operation using unmanned surface boats equipped with interceptor drones alongside F-16 fighter jets to shoot down Russian drones. The demonstration highlights Ukraine's evolving layered air-defence approach combining naval, aerial and unmanned systems. The tactic reflects Ukraine's ongoing efforts to counter Russia's growing use of jet-powered Shahed-type drones, as Kyiv seeks cost-effective ways to intercept large drone barrages amid strained missile stockpiles for its F-16 fleet.