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Ukraine strikes Russian air bases in Crimea, damages aircraft
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Ukraine has conducted drone strikes on two Russian air bases in occupied Crimea, damaging or destroying at least seven aircraft, including a MiG-29 fighter jet. The Security Service (SBU) reported the successful strikes, with footage showing a drone hitting the fighter. Fires were also detected at a ferry terminal near the Kerch Strait and a military airfield in Dzhankoy, with local residents reporting explosions amid the overnight attacks.
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Who's Involved
Ukraine
conducted drone strikes on Russian air bases and infrastructure in Crimea
Russian
air bases and aircraft targeted in Crimea
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU)
reported striking two Russian air bases in occupied Crimea
military intelligence
released footage of a drone strike on a MiG-29
NASA's FIRMS system
detected fires at targeted locations in Crimea
local residents
reported explosions in Crimea
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Key facts
Ukraine conducted drone strikes on two Russian air bases in occupied Crimea.
At least seven Russian aircraft were damaged or destroyed.
Footage shows a drone destroying a MiG-29 fighter jet.
A ferry terminal near the Kerch Strait was reportedly hit.
A military airfield in Dzhankoy was reportedly targeted.
Fires were detected at the targeted locations by NASA's FIRMS system.
Local residents reported explosions in Crimea.
The strikes occurred overnight.
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has reported successful drone strikes targeting two Russian air bases in occupied Crimea. The SBU stated that at least seven Russian aircraft sustained damage or were destroyed during these operations. Military intelligence released footage purportedly showing a drone directly striking and destroying a MiG-29 fighter jet.
In addition to the air base strikes, Ukrainian forces reportedly hit a ferry terminal situated near the Kerch Strait. A military airfield in Dzhankoy was also targeted. Fires were detected at these locations by NASA's FIRMS system, and local residents reported hearing explosions overnight. These actions represent a continuation of Ukrainian efforts to strike Russian assets in occupied Crimea.
↳ Why This Matters
Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has reported successful drone strikes targeting two Russian air bases in occupied Crimea. The SBU stated that at least seven Russian aircraft sustained damage or were destroyed during these operations. Military intelligence released footage purportedly showing a drone directly striking and destroying a MiG-29 fighter jet.
Frequently asked questions
Ukraine's SBU struck two Russian military air bases, Saky and Hvardiiske, and a railway bridge used for military logistics.
At least seven Russian fighter and bomber aircraft were damaged or destroyed at Saky air base, and Shahed attack drones and aviation equipment were hit at Hvardiiske. Footage also shows a drone destroying a MiG-29 fighter jet.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk advised caution in pledging further financial assistance, citing Poland's own responsibilities in defending the EU's eastern flank.
Russia's attacks across Ukraine killed at least 17 people and injured 125 others, with civilian infrastructure and homes being targeted.
What Happens Next
01Moscow's reaction to the SBU's claims is expected.
02The extent of damage to the railway bridge will be assessed.
03Poland's position on Ukraine aid at the NATO summit will be further clarified.
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