"Russian Su-34 Jet Strikes Ukraine with Hypersonic 'Kinzhals' in Historic First"

Russian state media reports that a Su-34 fighter-bomber has fired a Kinzhal hypersonic missile at Ukraine, marking the first use of this missile from this type of aircraft. The Kinzhal missile, also known as the "Dagger," has been a regular feature of Russian missile strikes on Ukraine since the start of the invasion. The use of the Su-34 as a missile launcher could free up other aircraft, such as the MiG-31, to act as interceptors. However, Western experts question the true hypersonic capabilities of the Kinzhal and suggest it may not be as invulnerable to air defenses as claimed. Ukraine claims to have successfully shot down several Kinzhal missiles in recent months.