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'4 Russian Su-34s destroyed, 2 more hit': Zelenskyy makes big claim, shares photo

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'4 Russian Su-34s destroyed, 2 more hit': Zelenskyy makes big claim, shares photo
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian forces destroyed four Russian Su-34 fighter-bombers and damaged two others at the Borisoglebsk airfield. The strike was reportedly carried out using a Neptune missile as part of a broader campaign against Russian military infrastructure.

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This represents a significant tactical strike on Russian air capabilities, demonstrating Ukraine's increasing ability to conduct long-range operations against strategic targets within Russian territory.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday claimed that Ukraine had destroyed four Russian Su-34 fighter-bombers and damaged two others in an overnight strike on the Borisoglebsk airfield in Russia’s Voronezh region. Ukraine’s military said it had confirmed damage to all six aircraft, while Zelenskyy said the attack was carried out using a Neptune missile.In a post on X, Zelenskyy said the aircraft were loaded with aerial bombs and ready to launch fresh attacks on Ukraine. He shared a photo alongside his statement."The Russians used them to terrorize our people. These very warplanes were ready to launch new attacks on Ukraine and were loaded with aerial bombs," Zelenskyy said."Our Long Neptune missile was used to strike the target.

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