Ukraine Claims Significant Military Success Against Russia

Ukrainian forces reportedly down multiple Russian aircraft, likely using US-supplied Patriot missiles, amid ongoing conflict.

Ukraine's military claims to have shot down three Russian Su-34 fighter jets and 14 Russian drones in recent operations, marking significant successes in the ongoing conflict.
The Ukrainian Air Force suggests that US-supplied Patriot missiles were likely used in the downing of the Russian aircraft.
Despite these victories, Ukrainian successes have become less frequent since its forces made significant gains a year ago in retaking Russian-held territory in the northeast and the south.
Russian forces continue to shell areas in eastern Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.
Russia has not commented on the reported downing of its jets, but influential Russian bloggers have acknowledged the loss.