Ukraine Claims to Have Shot Down Russian Bomber
Ukraine has reported shooting down a Russian long-range bomber, marking the first such incident since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine over two years ago. The Ukrainian military, in cooperation with defence intelligence, successfully destroyed a Tu-22M3 strategic bomber used by Russia for launching attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Details of the Incident
- Ukrainian Air Force shot down the enemy Tu-22M3 bomber.
- 29 aerial targets were shot down, including cruise missiles and UAVs.
Footage of the Russian bomber crashing outside Stavropol has been circulating, with reports confirming the death of one crew member and another missing. The Russian Defence Ministry stated that the aircraft crashed in the southern Stavropol region while returning from a combat mission.
Response and Updates
Stavropol governor Vladimir Vladimirov confirmed the crew member’s death and ongoing search for the missing pilot. The region, located east of Crimea, has faced multiple attacks during the conflict.
The Ukrainian Defence Ministry’s intelligence directorate reported that the bomber was shot down around 300 kilometers from Ukraine, eventually crashing in the Stavropol area.
With ongoing developments, the situation remains fluid as both countries respond to the incident.