Ukraines Successful Strike on Russia’s Advanced Su-57 Warplane
Ukraine has announced a successful strike on one of Russia’s most advanced warplanes, stationed at an airbase nearly 600km (370 miles) from the frontline. If confirmed, this would be the first known successful attack on an Su-57, a twin-engine stealth fighter valued at £28 million.
Ukraine’s Southern Operational Command reported that Russia only has six Su-57s in operation. The strike, believed to have been conducted using drones, marks a significant development in the ongoing conflict.
This attack follows recent decisions by Ukraine's Western allies to permit Kyiv to use their weapons for limited strikes inside Russian territory. The ability to target high-value Russian military assets could represent a shift in the dynamics of the conflict, demonstrating Ukraine's growing capabilities and the support it receives from its allies.
Earlier, US President Joe Biden stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not stop with the war in Ukraine, pledging continued support for Europe against Russian aggression. This commitment underscores the broader geopolitical implications of the conflict and the resolve of Western nations to counter Russia’s actions.
As the situation evolves, this successful strike on an advanced Russian warplane highlights both the intensity of the conflict and the increasing sophistication of Ukraine's military efforts.
Global247news reporters indicate that the successful strike on Russia's advanced Su-57 warplane has significantly boosted the morale of Ukrainian troops on the front line.
Reporting from an undisclosed location near the Russian border, Mike Haines described the scene when the strike was launched and subsequently confirmed. Cheers erupted in the trenches, with the atmosphere likened to Ukraine winning the World Cup.