New Ukraine drone video shows direct hits on Russian bombers, A-50 spy planes targeted
Ukraine has released dramatic new drone footage from its June 1 strike on four major Russian airbases. The video shows drones targeting Russian strategic bombers and even landing on two rare A-50 spy planes. Ukraine claims 41 aircraft were hit using 117 drones. Satellite images confirm multiple bombers destroyed or damaged. The footage, released by Ukraine's SBU, highlights the escalating reach of Kyiv's drone warfare deep into Russian territory.
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