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militarydefense1 year ago•2 min saved

"Ukraine Downs Russian Aircraft Amid Escalating Tensions"

Ukraine claims to have shot down a Russian A-50U spy plane, leading to the grounding of five other aircraft by the Russian military. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense also alleges that two Su-35 aircraft and three Su-34 planes were recalled from their missions near the conflict zone in Ukraine. Russian military bloggers suggested the A-50U may have been brought down by "friendly fire," but Russian officials have not commented on the incident.

via Newsweek|

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military-conflict1 year ago•2 min saved

Ukraine Downs Another Russian A-50 Spy Plane

The Ukrainian Air Force claims to have shot down a Russian A-50 military spy plane over the Sea of Azov, marking the second such incident this year. The A-50 is an airborne early warning and control jet used by Russia to monitor Ukraine's air defenses and is estimated to cost over $300 million. Ukrainian officials took credit for the destruction of the aircraft, while Russian reports initially described the incident as an "unidentified aircraft" crashing in southeastern Russia. This comes amid a series of reported downings of Russian aircraft by Ukraine, including a Su-34 fighter bomber and an Il-22M airborne command post.

via Newsweek|

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international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Russian A-50 Spy Plane Loss Signals Shift in Air Force Strategy"

Ukraine's Air Force spokesperson reported that Russia flew a replacement A-50 spy plane over the Sea of Azov, days after Ukraine claimed to have shot down one. The A-50 is a Soviet-era reconnaissance aircraft used for preparing strikes and preventing enemy attacks. The British defense ministry stated that the A-50 "almost certainly exploded and subsequently crashed into the Sea of Azov" on January 14. Russian military bloggers have sought to shift the blame for the incident onto Moscow's own air defenses, while the Russian Air Force has reportedly begun operating another A-50 over land within Russian territory near the Krasnodar region.

via Newsweek|

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militaryinternational-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

"Ukraine's Strategic Maneuvers: Impact of Downed Russian A-50 Spy Plane"

Ukraine's forces allegedly destroyed a Russian A-50 spy plane and an Il-22 air control plane over the Sea of Azov, possibly signaling preparation for the arrival of U.S.-made F-16s in Ukraine. Experts suggest that Russia's aggressive use of the A-50 and advanced missile systems may be a deliberate strategy to counter the impending F-16 deployment. The loss of these high-value aircraft could impact Russia's air defense capabilities and make its ships in the Black Sea vulnerable to surprise attacks. Ukraine's expected acquisition of F-16s is anticipated to enhance its air force and pose challenges to Russian military operations in the region.

via Newsweek|

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