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New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin is yet to recover from the sense of defeat suffered by his military at the hands of Ukraine through Operation Spider's Web. That is why he is now deploying one killer weapon after another to protect his borders. A deadly supersonic bomber has now been added to Russia's weapons display, whose name makes even NATO countries sweat. Tu-160 bomber deployed at Anadyr airbase near Alaska, US
Recently it was claimed that Russia has deployed its nuclear-capable Tu-160 supersonic bomber at Anadyr airbase near Alaska, far from the Ukrainian border. Ukrainian defense analysis website Defense Express claimed on June 4, based on satellite images of the European Space Agency, that Tu-160 has been seen at Anadyr airbase in Chukotka region. However, this has not been confirmed yet. Let us tell you that this bomber is called 'White Swan' in the Russian army, which in local parlance means destruction. White Swan unleashes destruction on enemy
The Tu-160 is called 'White Swan' in Russia and 'Blackjack' in NATO. It is the world's heaviest and fastest supersonic bomber aircraft. It was built in the 1970s during the Soviet Union era. However, it has been updated for modern wars and is an important part of Russia's nuclear triad. Features of White Swan
This bomber was designed in the 1970s in response to the American B-1 Lancer. Its length is 54 meters, while the wingspan goes up to 55.7 meters (at full extension). The engine of this bomber is 4 powerful NK-32 turbofans. Each one gives more than 25 tons of thrust. Its maximum speed is Mach 2.2 (2695 kmh) i.e. 2.2 times faster than sound. Its flying range is more than 12,300 km (without refueling). Its biggest feature is its variable geometry wings, which can change the angle according to the speed and distance of flight. It is a craft with heavy weapon capacity. It can be equipped with nuclear and conventional missiles. Ukraine on high alert
The long range and heavy weapon capacity of the Tu-160 i.e. White Swan makes it perfect for Arctic patrols and operations near NATO borders. It is a symbol of Russia's military power. On Friday, 20 June 2025, Kiev's/Kyiv's air force claimed that Russia attacked with missiles and drones overnight using the Tu-160. In total, more than 400 drones, 6 ballistic missiles and 38 cruise missiles were fired. Operation Spider's Web angered Putin
Ukraine's undercover Operation Spider's Web led to huge loss for Russian military. The FPV drones were smuggled into civilian trucks and transported to several airbases deep inside Russia and then carried out a surprise attack. The attack targeted Russia's Tu-95, Tu-22M3 and A-50 aircraft, which were valuable and scarce. The headquarter of this operation was located near a regional headquarter of Russia's domestic security agency FSB.
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