"Russian Air Force Faces Losses in Ukraine Conflict as Government Shutdown Looms"

Ukraine's recent success in downing 10 Russian planes in 10 days has led to a noticeable shift in Russian air force tactics, with Russian A-50 planes avoiding Ukrainian airspace and a decrease in impudent flying. Ukrainian air defenses have proven effective, potentially due to compromised Russian avionics systems, leading to increased vulnerability for Russian attack jets. This success contrasts with Ukraine's struggles on the ground, but suggests potential weaknesses in Russian air capabilities.