April 5th 2024.
Reports from Ukrainian sources claim that drones have launched a successful attack on Russian airfields in the Kursk region. The Morozovsk airfield was a primary target, where at least six Russian warplanes were reportedly destroyed. According to RBC Ukraine, eight more aircraft suffered significant damage. It is believed that the attack resulted in the deaths or injuries of about 20 Russian personnel.
The targeted airfield is known to be home to frontline bombers such as the Su-24, Su-24M, and Su-34. These aircraft have been regularly used by Russia during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The Ukrainian secret service, SBU, was allegedly behind the kamikaze drone strike, with the support of the Ukrainian armed forces. This is not the first time drones have been used to strike at Ukrainian targets during the war.
According to open-source intelligence reports, as of 4 April, the Morozovsk airfield housed 26 Su-34 fighters and three Su-35 warplanes. The SBU is said to have collaborated with the Ukrainian armed forces to carry out this joint special operation. An anonymous source told RBC Ukraine, "The results of the operation are astounding - at least six Russian military aircraft were destroyed, and another eight were severely damaged." If these reports are confirmed, it would be a major blow to Vladimir Putin's air force.
As of now, there has been no official statement from the Russian side, and there has been no independent analysis of the claims made by Ukrainian sources. This is a developing news story, and more updates are expected to follow soon. Keep an eye out for further developments.
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