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'Thanks for the accuracy!' Ukraine strikes Russian Tu-95MS bomber
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'Thanks for the accuracy!' Ukraine strikes Russian Tu-95MS bomber

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Ukraine's Special Operations Center 'A' ('Alpha') forces successfully struck a Russian Tu-95MS missile carrier in Engels.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the strike.
  • The attack targeted a key strategic asset of the Russian air force.

Ukrainian forces have successfully struck a Russian Tu-95MS strategic missile carrier in Engels, a city deep within Russian territory. The operation was carried out by the Special Operations Center 'A,' also known as 'Alpha.' President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the successful strike, highlighting Ukraine's capability to project force beyond its immediate borders. The Tu-95MS is a long-range strategic bomber capable of carrying nuclear weapons, making its targeting a significant development in the ongoing conflict.

The strike on Engels, a known base for Russia's strategic aviation, demonstrates Ukraine's expanding reach and its determination to disrupt Russian military capabilities. The confirmation by President Zelenskyy underscores the importance Ukraine places on this operation, with his reported quote, 'Thanks for the accuracy!' emphasizing the precision of the attack. This action is likely to provoke a strong reaction from Moscow and further escalate tensions between the two nations.

Thanks for the accuracy!

โ€” Volodymyr ZelenskyyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's reported comment on the successful strike against the Russian Tu-95MS missile carrier.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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