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Ukraine
Nuclear-Capable US Bomber Spotted Near Russia, Riles Russian Media
The video caused a stir on Russian social media, with the “Svarshchiki” Telegram channel reacting writing, “We haven’t unpacked the ‘Oreshnik’ for a long time.”
Feb. 24, 2025
War in Ukraine
Russia to Make Jet-Powered Shahed Drone With New Warhead
Russia is producing a jet-powered Shahed-238 equivalent, upgrading the Shahed-136 with a 90 kg warhead, Chinese components, and new antenna, while using Telegram bots.
Feb. 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Confirmed Visual on Ukrainian F-16 Loaded for Strike Mission
Video confirms F-16s are flying not only air defense mission, but the multi-role Vipers are also flying ground attack missions loaded with precision guided bombs plus its standard air-to-air missiles.
Feb. 12, 2025
Drones
Rosneft Refinery, Engels Airbase Targeted in Ukraine’s Massive Drone Assault
Engels Airbase in the Saratov region houses Russia’s strategic bombers, including Tu-95MS and Tu-160 aircraft, frequently used to launch cruise missile strikes on Ukraine.
Feb. 11, 2025
Drones
WATCH: Russian Su-25 Destroyed, Mi-8 Damaged by Ukrainian Forces Near Toretsk
The Russian “Frogfoot” attack plane was reportedly destroyed using the Igla man-portable air-defense (MANPAD) system. Pilot extraction was thwarted by Ukrainian drones attacking the rescue helicopter.
Feb. 9, 2025
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Ukraine’s New Mirage 2000 Warplane – The Fighter Pilot Viewpoint
Most pilots would say it’s a moderate upgrade for Ukraine’s air-to-air capability and a serious one for air-to-ground. Even a few Mirages in Ukraine will force Russia to re-evaluate the battlespace.
Feb. 8, 2025
Europe
US Spy Planes Flew Over Black Sea Just Before Ukraine Hit Russian Airbase
Ukrainian and Russian sources confirm a wave of robot planes pounded a Russian military airfield. Flight tracking data points to a US Air Force recon op hours before the drones hit.
Feb. 6, 2025
France
First Batch of French Mirage 2000 Fighter Jets Arrives in Ukraine Ahead of Schedule
With their arrival, the Mirage 2000s became the second Western fighter aircraft provided to Ukraine, following the delivery of F-16s.
Feb. 6, 2025
Sweden Hands Ukraine 16 Gripen Jets Armed With 200-km Missiles, Opens Deal for 22 More
Sweden will transfer 16 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine and sell 22 more, with deliveries expected starting in 2027 as Kyiv seeks to strengthen its air defenses.
May 28, 2026
