During the night of October 15, 2026, Ukrainian defense forces launched a significant strike on an airfield in the Voronezh region of Russia, resulting in the destruction of four Su-34 aircraft, with two more being damaged. These aircraft were used by the Russian military for terror against the Ukrainian population.
Details of the Strike
The attack was carried out using the Ukrainian cruise missile Nepturn, which allowed for high precision in hitting the target. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that these aircraft were prepared for new strikes against Ukraine and were armed with aerial bombs. It is important to note that the strike on the airfield was part of a broader strategy of responses to Russian terror.
Strikes on Other Targets
In addition to the airfield strike, Ukrainian defense forces also targeted:
- A storage and launch site for strike drones in the Oryol region.
- A target in the Black Sea.
These actions indicate the continuation of Ukraine's long-range operations, which have become a response to the prolonged war by Russia.
President's Reaction
Zelensky emphasized that such strikes are just responses to Russian terror against Ukraine. He stated that Ukrainian forces will continue to carry out their missions to protect the country from aggression.