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Ukrainian conflict: Kiev destroys two Russian planes

Raid against Tu-22M3 supersonic bombers on a military base

The Armed Forces of Ukraine reportedly destroyed some Russian strategic bomber aircraft. This is the first time such an attack has been successful. The raid allegedly took place at a military base in Soltsy, located in northwestern Russia, near the border with Estonia and Latvia. To testify the attack some photos released on "Telegram", showing a Tupolev Tu-22M3 supersonic bomber on fire."In two years...

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Kyiv, Ukraine, 08/21/2023 13:55
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