Turchynov reports successful completion of tests of guided air defence missiles in south Ukraine

"Medium-range missiles have confirmed their combat characteristics and were right on target," Turchynov said in his statement on the drills published on Friday. The missile launches were conducted in accordance with the approved program and at the designated time and place, he said. "It is important to stress that the Russian network of spies and corrupt senior officials of the Defence Ministry intentionally destroyed the Air Defence system of Ukraine over many years. These tests and these exercises were highly important to us because it is a very serious step towards restoring our country's air defence," Turchynov said. As reported, the drills took place Thursday and Friday on the Ukrainian Black Sea coast near the Crimea peninsula occupied by Russia.