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War in Ukraine
Teen Arsonists Burn Russian Mi-8 Helicopter for 5 Million Rubles Promised on Telegram
Two teens reportedly set fire to a civilian Mi-8 helicopter in Russia for $55,000 promised on Telegram. The alleged arsonists sustained burns, called an ambulance, and were hospitalized under guard.
Sept. 12, 2024
Drones
Ukraine Develops its Own Long Range Aerial Glide Bomb
As the US and other Western allies prevaricate on authorizing Ukraine to use their long-range weapons against targets in Russia, Kyiv has taken a step towards producing another of its own.
Sept. 9, 2024
F-16
Ukraine Reportedly Probes Friendly Fire as Possible Cause of F-16 Crash
The announcement marks the first reported destruction of an F-16 in Ukraine, just weeks after Kyiv began taking delivery of the supersonic aircraft.
Aug. 30, 2024
US
MiG-29 Transfers to Ukraine Possible Only After F-35s Arrive in 2026, Says Poland
Poland’s defense minister said the country is still using Soviet MiG-29s to protect its airspace, and transferring the jets to Ukraine would only be possible when new F-35 stealth fighters arrive.
Aug. 28, 2024
Telegram
Shortage of Pilots, Parts, Planes, Fuel Could Kill (Literally) Russian Aviation
With reports that some airlines are now rationing fuel Moscow’s already struggling commercial airlines stagger from one crisis to another.
Aug. 28, 2024
War in Ukraine
WATCH: Ukraine Shoots Down Another Russian Su-25 Fighter in Donetsk Region
Fighters from the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade, known as the Knights of the Winter Campaign, used man-portable air defence systems (MANPADS) to bring down the aircraft.
Aug. 28, 2024
Counteroffensive
‘Attacked a Superior Enemy and Won’ – Ukraine Gains Ground in Kharkiv
Fighters of the Third separate assault brigade overran Russian battalion defense positions and took control of nearly two square kilometers of occupied territory in a successful counterattack.
Aug. 23, 2024
Drones
Russia Scrambles to Protect Its Helicopters From FPV Drones
Ukraine’s drone forces have shared first-person view (FPV) camera footage of UAV air-to-air kills against Russian military rotor-wing aircraft.
Aug. 19, 2024
Ukraine Knocks Out Tu-95 Bomber Used to Rain Missiles on Ukrainian Cities
The SBU says its drones flew 800 km to destroy a Tu-95 bomber at Russia’s Engels air base, a key launch site for missile attacks on Ukraine.
July 17, 2026
