US General Amazed as Russia's Modern Military Fails Against Soviet-Era Defenses

US Air Force leaders are surprised by Russia's limited use of its air force in Ukraine, especially considering that Ukraine is using air defense systems that were originally designed by the Russians. The decision not to make wider use of its air force caught US military leaders off guard, as they expected Russia to have insight into and a better way to defeat these systems. Ukraine's military modernization efforts and the influx of Western-made arms have bolstered its air defense capabilities, including the use of US-made Patriot missiles and German-built Gepard anti-aircraft cannons. Ensuring Ukraine has enough surface-to-air missiles remains a top priority for countries supporting Ukraine.