Since the start of Ukrainian counteroffensive operations in the south of Ukraine, russia has re-enforced its attack helicopter force in the region, the UK Defense Intelligence reports.
Imagery shows that over 20 extra russian helicopters deployed to Berdyansk Airport, approximately 100 km behind the front line.
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In the constant contest between aviation measures and countermeasures, it is likely that russia has gained a temporary advantage in the south of Ukraine, especially with attack helicopters employing longer-range missiles against ground targets.
As Defense Express reported, The UK Defense Intelligence: russian Aviation Aims to Suppress Ukrainian Counteroffensive.
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