Satellite Photos Reveal Significant Damage to Russian Fighter Jets

New satellite images document the severity of a precise and destructive attack on the Russian Marinovka air base.

The images reveal that two advanced Su-34 fighter jets are completely destroyed, while two others have sustained extensive damage.

Operation Scope Unveiled

Satellite photos taken on June 29 clearly show how Russian fighter jets lie in ruins following the Ukrainian operation carried out by the country’s intelligence service in collaboration with special forces.

The images also indicate that at least one of the planes was likely hit by explosions from its own mounted bombs.

A comparison with earlier satellite photos from June 25 confirms that the aircraft were destroyed between these dates. It is clear that the attack was both targeted and effective.

A Costly Affair for Russia

Russia has acknowledged the setback. The renowned Russian war correspondent Fighterbomber later stated on his Telegram channel that the losses represent “yet another multi-billion ruble setback that could and should have been avoided.”

Since the beginning of the war, Su-34 fighter jets have been among Russia’s preferred platforms for missile and bomb attacks against Ukrainian cities and military positions. These attacks often utilized advanced UMPK bomb systems, making the loss of these planes even more painful for the Russians.

Significant Strategic Gain for Ukraine

According to open sources, Russia has now lost at least 32 Su-34 fighter jets and a single Su-34M during the invasion, while five more have sustained significant damage.

For Ukraine, this latest attack is therefore a significant strategic gain as it weakens Russia’s ability to conduct air strikes.

The satellite images underscore how effectively Ukraine can still carry out precise and devastating operations deep behind enemy lines.

Thus, the attack also sends a clear signal that Ukrainian forces can continue to target Russia’s military capabilities with surgical precision.

A spokesperson for the Ukrainian intelligence service called the operation a success and promised further actions against Russian targets in the near future.

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