Ukraine Downs Seven Russian Jets in a Week, Showcasing Aerial Defense Prowess

The Ukrainian Air Force's recent success in downing Russian aircraft signals a strong deterrence against further aerial incursions.

Ukraine's military has successfully shot down seven Russian fighter jets within a week, demonstrating significant aerial defense capabilities.
The Ukrainian Air Force, led by Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk, confirmed the downing of the latest Su-34 fighter-bomber.
This recent success is part of a broader strategy to deter Russian aircraft from approaching Ukrainian defenses, as noted by Ukrainian Air Force spokesperson Yurii Ihnat.
Russia has lost a total of 338 aircraft since the beginning of the full-scale invasion in February 2022, according to Kyiv's military.
In addition to the aircraft losses, Russia reportedly suffered 1,130 troop casualties in a single day, though these figures have not been independently verified.