As reported by Defense Express, the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine stated that on June 8, 2024, a russian Su-57 stealth multirole fighter was hit for the first time at the Akhtubynsk airfield.
Aircraft of this type were utilized to launch Kh-59 and Kh-69 cruise missiles at Ukrainian territory.
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During the telethon, Andriy Yusov, a representative of the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, stated that two aircraft could have been "hit" at the russian Akhtubynsk airfield in the Astrakhan region of russia. According to him, the information is currently being clarified, but these are actually very good news for Ukraine.
This incident marks a historic moment as it represents the first time russian Su-57 aircraft have been lost during the full-scale war against Ukraine.
In addition, there is information about irretrievable losses and casualties among the personnel of the occupiers, said Andriy Yusov.
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