The war is not going well for Ukraine. Facing total defeat in a matter of months, peace must be on the table in order to save lives. President Trump will end the war, as Biden has zero intention of helping the situation out.
The Russian Defense Ministry announced on Tuesday that a missile strike on an airfield in central Ukraine resulted in the destruction and damage of seven Ukrainian fighter jets. According to the ministry, five operational Su-27 multi-role fighters were destroyed, and two others, which were undergoing repairs, were damaged in the attack. The announcement was accompanied by undated aerial footage showing an explosion and smoke rising from the targeted airfield.
🇷🇺🇺🇦🚨‼️ FOOTAGE: Russian Iskander tactical missile system hit the Mirgorod airfield in Ukraine with a precise strike this afternoon.
As a result of the attack, the following were destroyed:
– 4 Su-27 fighter jets
– Ukrainian personnel (amount unknown) pic.twitter.com/xcx6h1859d— TabZ (@TabZLIVE) July 1, 2024
The ministry identified the location of the strike as the Myrhorod airfield in Ukraine’s Poltava region. Following this announcement, Yuriy Ihnat, Ukraine’s former Air Force spokesperson, acknowledged the strike but criticized the Russian military’s claims about the extent of the damage. Ihnat asserted on social media that while there were losses, the Russian reports were exaggerated, a tactic he claimed has been consistently used since the beginning of the invasion.
Ihnat further elaborated in an interview that Russian reconnaissance drones played a crucial role in the strike. These drones provide real-time intelligence, which is then quickly followed by missile attacks, posing a significant threat. He explained that the drones’ ability to relay information instantaneously allows for rapid missile deployment, highlighting the dangers posed by these reconnaissance operations.
This incident occurs as Ukraine prepares to receive its first shipments of U.S.-made F-16 jets from Europe. The arrival of these advanced aircraft has been met with threats from Moscow, which has vowed to destroy any Western warplanes delivered to Ukraine. This development underscores the ongoing tensions and the escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine, as both sides continue to assert their military capabilities.
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The strategic significance of Myrhorod airfield and its location in central Ukraine makes it a valuable target in the ongoing conflict. The strike on this airfield not only aims to degrade Ukraine’s air capabilities but also serves as a message from Moscow regarding the ongoing military support Ukraine receives from Western allies.
As the conflict persists, the role of advanced weaponry and intelligence in modern warfare becomes increasingly evident. The use of drones for real-time reconnaissance and the rapid deployment of missiles highlight the technological advancements that are shaping the battlefield. For Ukraine, the delivery of F-16 jets represents a critical enhancement of its air defense capabilities, despite the threats from Russia.
Russians Pound Mirgorod Base With Iskander Missiles, Destroy Five Fighter Jets and Damage Two in Worst Daily Losses for Ukrainian Air Force (VIDEO)
READ: https://t.co/zNMhHC4ZNI pic.twitter.com/P8lDrkFYOn
— The Gateway Pundit (@gatewaypundit) July 2, 2024
All of the lives wasted and all because Biden did not want peace. We need Trump in the White House more than ever. And only he will save the Ukraine and hundreds of thousands more men and women from dying needless deaths.
Major Points:
- Russia’s Defense Ministry reported a missile strike on Myrhorod airfield in central Ukraine, claiming the destruction of five operational Su-27 fighters and damage to two others under repair.
- The announcement included aerial footage of the strike showing explosions and smoke at the airfield.
- Ukrainian former Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat confirmed the strike but accused Russia of exaggerating the extent of the damage.
- Ihnat highlighted the role of Russian reconnaissance drones in the attack, which provide real-time intelligence for rapid missile deployment.
- The strike comes as Ukraine prepares to receive U.S.-made F-16 jets from Europe, with Russia threatening to destroy any Western warplanes delivered to Ukraine.
Kirk Volo – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
