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The Ukrainian military continues to leverage aircraft in operations against Russian forces, showcasing the significance of air supremacy in modern warfare. Recent updates highlight efforts such as the destruction of Russian maritime reconnaissance aircraft by the Security Service of Ukraine and airstrikes on fighter jets in occupied territories. The notable exchange deal where Poland may trade MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine in return for drones underscores ongoing military collaborations. Additionally, significant commentary from international leaders about airspace violations reflects heightened global tensions regarding aircraft activity. These developments exemplify the pivotal role aircraft play in ongoing conflicts and strategic defense operations.

What recent airstrikes has Ukraine carried out successfully?

Ukraine's Air Force recently conducted a successful airstrike using a MiG-29, which effectively targeted and eliminated Russian forces concentrated in a partially destroyed building. Furthermore, the Security Service of Ukraine struck a Russian maritime reconnaissance aircraft, demonstrating their capability to operate effectively from aerial platforms.

What aircraft exchange deals are underway involving Ukraine?

Ukraine is engaged in negotiations with Poland about the potential exchange of MiG-29 fighters for Ukrainian drones. This exchange indicates the mutual military support between the nations, enhancing Ukraine's aerial combat capabilities amidst ongoing conflicts.

What challenges are being faced with airspace violations?

Recent incidents have highlighted significant challenges regarding unauthorized airspace penetrations. European nations, NATO, and UN representatives are critically discussing these violations to reinforce security measures due to repeated incursions by Russian aircraft, reflecting geopolitical tensions and the necessity for coordinated aerial defense strategies.

What incidents involve Ukrainian forces targeting Russian jets?

Ukrainian forces have been successful in several operations against Russian jets, notably striking Su-27 aircraft at the Belbek airfield and destroying other fighter jets as part of ongoing defensive measures. These strategic hits are essential to disrupt the advancing aerial threats posed by the opposing forces.

How are international collaborations influencing Ukraine's air defense?

International collaborations are significantly enhancing Ukraine's air defense system, particularly through potential aircraft exchanges and increased aid from allies. The provision of Mirage jets from France and discourse on Gripen jets' delivery showcase the global support Ukraine receives in its defense initiatives, securing airspace control to counteract ongoing aggression.

What measures are countries considering to enhance airspace safety?

In response to increased violations, countries in Europe are contemplating the establishment of no-fly zones over Ukrainian airspace to assure the safety of civilian flights. This aligns with broader efforts to reinforce aerial security and prevent unauthorized entries that could jeopardize regional stability.

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A MiG-29 fighter jet struck a bridge near Pokrovsk Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot destroyed bridge near Pokrovsk with air strike. VIDEO A Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot destroyed a bridge near Pokrovsk with a precision strike using an ASMHAMMER aerial bomb. 18 348 33 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

aircraft f16 Ukrainian Air Force carried out about 7,000 flights in 2025, - Ihnat In 2025, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine carried out about 7,000 sorties, performing tasks related to both air defence and striking enemy targets. 819 23 Previously in trend: Air operations of AFU

Bombing of the occupiers Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot eliminates occupiers gathered in half-ruined building with AASM HAMMER precision bomb. VIDEO Ukraine’s Air Force carried out an effective airstrike on a concentration of Russian occupation troops that had been building up for a long time inside a building near the front line. 10 151 9 Previously in trend: AFU aviation

Russian combat losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.2 million people — General Staff Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,203,310 people (+1,240 per day), 11,464 tanks, 35,542 artillery systems, 23,823 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,203,310 Russian occupiers. 3 557 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

SBU destroyed Il-38N before striking Varshavyanka sub in Novorossiysk Security Service of Ukraine hits Il-38N maritime reconnaissance aircraft before blowing up submarine in Novorossiysk Before striking a Kilo-class "Varshavyanka" submarine in the port of Novorossiysk, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) destroyed a Russian Il-38N maritime reconnaissance aircraft at the Yeysk airbase, which could have disrupted the attack. 7 420 31 Previously in trend: Massive destruction of Russian aircraft SSU special operation

Russian Su is on fire Operation by DIU and resistance movement: enemy Su-30 and Su-27 fighter jets burned down at airfield near Lipetsk. VIDEO On the night of 20 to 21 December 2025, a fire broke out at a Russian military airfield near Lipetsk, two expensive enemy Su-30 and Su-27 fighter jets were on fire. 10 220 22 Previously in trend: Russia lost aircraft The destruction of a Russian plane

destruction of Russian aircraft SSU struck two Russian Su-27 aircraft at the Belbek airfield. One was ready for combat flight. PHOTO Long-range drones from the SSU's Alpha Special Operations Centre struck two Su-27 aircraft at the Russian military airfield in Belbek in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 9 142 17 Previously in trend: Massive destruction of Russian aircraft

War in Ukraine: Russian army losses exceed 1.19 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,194,520 people (+1,220 per day), 11,433 tanks, 35,250 artillery systems, 23,768 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,193,300 Russian occupiers. 3 990 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Ukrainian fighter in a light aircraft shot down a Russian Shahed in Odesa with small arms fire. Gunner from Yak-52 aircraft of Ukrainian Air Force shot down Russian "Shahed" over Odesa. VIDEO A gunner aboard a Yak-52 light aircraft of the Ukrainian Air Force shot down a Russian Shahed kamikaze drone over the coast of Odesa with small arms fire. 8 258 17 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Odesa Shooting down Shaheds Drone shootings over Ukraine

General Staff: Russian Army losses — 1,188,490 people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,188,490 people (+710 per day), 11,410 tanks, 35,041 artillery systems, 23,721 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,188,490 Russian occupiers. 3 298 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

destruction of Russian aircraft in Crimea DIU prymary An-26 transport aircraft and two radar stations: DIU "Prymary" in Crimea burned down another set of expensive targets belonging to occupiers. VIDEO On 10-11 December 2025, there was another commotion in the temporarily occupied Crimea: the invaders were preparing to take off in a multi-purpose military transport aircraft An-26 and had even started the engines, but the crew of the Russian occupiers were strictly prohibited from carrying out the illegal flight by the masters of the special unit of the DIU of the Ministry of Defence, "Prymary" — they struck a filigree blow to the left turboprop. 6 958 21 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea

Ukraine offers to exchange MiG-29s for its own combat drones Poland may transfer MiG-29 in exchange for Ukrainian UAVs, - Bodnar The Ukrainian ambassador to Poland, Vasyl Bodnar, has announced that Poland may receive Ukrainian drones in exchange for transferring its MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine. 2 396 49 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s need for Polish MiG-29s

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: Our combat aviation has been reinforced today, details are not public yet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Ukraine’s combat aviation has been strengthened. 2 721 24 Previously in trend: AFU aviation

The dismissal of the unfortunate editor from the Moscow 24 channel after her cynical comments about the plane crash "Do you want minced meat?": Russian TV propagandist wants to see Russians dying on air. VIDEO Yevgeniya Obolashvili, unfortunate editor of the news department of the propaganda TV channel "Moscow 24", waited for the deaths of Russians on air as a result of an engine fire on a plane flying from Moscow to Phuket in Thailand. 17 177 43

Two Russian aircraft destroyed in Taganrog Destruction of A-60 and Il-76 aircraft in Taganrog, Russia, confirmed, - Madiar. PHOTOS Footage from space satellites confirmed that Russian A-60 and Il-76 aircraft were destroyed overnight by the Ukrainian Defence Forces at the Beriev aircraft repair plant in Taganrog, Rostov region. 10 432 15 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

Russia will have to write off its aircraft Russia will have to decommission about 340 aircraft by 2030, - Foreign Intelligence Service Russian passenger planes, which the Kremlin presents as a symbol of technological independence, have in practice proven to be dependent on foreign components. 3 146 14 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russian aviation

General Staff: Russia’s losses exceed 1,159,000 occupiers since the start of the invasion Russia’s total combat losses since start of war: about 1,159,420 personnel (+1,160 in the past day), 11,355 tanks, 34,486 artillery systems and 23,594 armoured fighting vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine’s Defence Forces have eliminated 1,159,420 Russian occupiers. 3 705 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Shmyhal discussed the supply of Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine in Sweden Shmyhal discussed supply of Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine in Sweden. PHOTOS During his visit to Sweden, Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal visited the office of Saab, the company that manufactures Gripen fighter jets. 2 215 9 Previously in trend: Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine

MiG-29 pilots destroyed a building where a group of invaders’ assault groups were gathered in the south MiG-29 destroyed building with occupiers in southern direction. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing Ukrainian pilots striking a concentration of occupiers in the south. 4 980 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

gripen Saab and Ukraine have not yet signed contract for production of Gripen fighters Swedish aerospace and defence company Saab has not yet signed a contract for the production of JAS 39 Gripen fighters for Ukraine. 3 250 24

Russia has shot down 17 of its own airplanes and helicopters since the beginning of the war Russia has shot down 17 of its own airplanes and helicopters with "friendly fire" since beginning of war, - Russian media. INFOGRAPHICS The day before, Russian propaganda channels reported the loss of a Ka-52 attack helicopter along with its crew. The "friendly fire" incident occurred during the repulsion of an attack by Ukrainian drones on Russian territory. 1 973 7 Previously in trend: The Russians shot down their plane

Lithuania is ready to expand cooperation with Ukraine in military training Lithuania has no evidence of deliberate violation of Russian airspace, - Advisor to Nausėda Matulionis The Lithuanian authorities are still unable to confirm that Russian fighter jets deliberately violated the country's border last week. 712 10 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations Airspace violation

Macron France to provide Ukraine with additional Mirage fighter jets and Aster air defense missiles – Macron France will provide Ukraine with a new batch of military aid, including Mirage fighter jets and Aster missiles. 4 815 19 Previously in trend: France’s aid to Ukraine AFU aviation

Latvia will not open its skies to Putin’s plane Latvia refuses to open skies for Putin’s plane Latvia says it will not allow Putin's plane to fly through its airspace. 2 171 21 Previously in trend: Trump–Putin meeting in Budapest

Gripen fighter jets may arrive in Ukraine within three years First deliveries of Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine possible within three years – Kristersson The first deliveries of next-generation Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine will be possible within three years. 4 468 34 Previously in trend: Sweden’s aid to Ukraine Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine

The Security Service of Ukraine destroyed two Russian light aircraft that were shooting down long-range drones SSU special operation: two Russian light aircraft used to down Ukrainian drones destroyed. VIDEO Special forces of the Security Service of Ukraine’s (SSU) Special Operations Center destroyed enemy targets in the temporarily occupied territories. 9 286 33 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment SSU special operation

Russia expands Engels-2 airbase Russia expanding Engels-2 air base used for massive strikes on Ukraine. SATELLITE IMAGE The occupiers are expanding the Engels-2 air base, the main hub of Russia’s strategic aviation from which missile-carrying aircraft are launched to strike Ukraine. 2 414 9 Previously in trend: Russia strengthens airbases

airplane,Russia Russians shot down their own plane while repelling drone attack over Crimea - Pletenchuk In the temporarily occupied Crimea, Russian air defense shot down its own military aircraft while trying to repel an attack by drones. 6 982 25 Previously in trend: Shooting down Russian Su Explosions in Crimea The Russians shot down their plane

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plane made an emergency landing in the UK Pentagon chief’s plane made emergency landing due to crack in windscreen The plane carrying Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, who was returning from Brussels to the United States, was forced to make an emergency landing in the United Kingdom. 2 998 7 Previously in trend: Ramstein meeting

French President Emmanuel Macron Anyone who violates airspace of EU countries may face retaliation - Macron French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that any violator of European airspace must be prepared for retaliatory strikes. 824 15 Previously in trend: Airspace violation Russian drones over Europe

Alexander Lukashenko Lukashenko on NATO’s readiness to shoot down Russian planes: "Response will be immediate" Self-proclaimed Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has threatened to "fight to the bitter end" if NATO countries shoot down a Russian aircraft in the event of a violation of the Alliance's airspace. 7 942 70 Previously in trend: Statements by Alexander Lukashenko Russian aircraft airspace violations Airspace violation

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov NATO statements about downing Russian aircraft "dangerous in their consequences" – Peskov NATO leaders’ statements about possibly shooting down Russian aircraft violating Alliance airspace are allegedly "dangerous in their consequences" and indicate "tensions" near Russia’s borders. 3 775 31 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations Airspace violation

NATO ready to shoot down Russian planes in case of new violations - Bloomberg Europe has warned Kremlin that NATO is indeed prepared to shoot down Russian aircraft that violate its airspace, - Bloomberg European diplomats privately warned Russia that NATO is ready to shoot down Russian aircraft if airspace violations continue, following the deliberate intrusion of MiG-31 fighter jets into Estonia. 2 613 24 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations Airspace violation

Controversy within NATO over response to Russia’s actions NATO’s response to Russia’s violations has caused controversy, - Bloomberg NATO allies cannot agree on a joint response to Russia's airspace violations and are publicly expressing different positions. 2 867 7 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations

Russian Su-34 Enemy Su-34 shot down in Zaporizhzhia direction. INFOGRAPHICS Around 04.00 a.m. on 25 September 2025, a Russian Su-34 aircraft was shot down in the Zaporizhzhia direction 13 643 59 Previously in trend: Shooting down Russian Su

Trump NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft that violate their airspace – Trump U.S. President Donald Trump believes NATO member states should shoot down Russian aircraft that violate the Alliance’s airspace. 4 873 44 Previously in trend: Trump statements Russian aircraft airspace violations Airspace violation

Rubio: US will not shoot down Russian planes over NATO territory Russian planes will not be shot down if they violate NATO airspace again – Rubio U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed the possibility of shooting down Russian aircraft violating NATO airspace, unless they engage in specific aggressive actions. 13 445 117 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte NATO will decide on downing Russian intruding aircraft based on real-time threat assessment – Rutte NATO will decide whether to use force against Russian aircraft or drones violating the Alliance’s airspace based on intelligence assessments of the threat level. 1 407 17 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations ’Eastern Sentry’ Mission

enemy targets destroyed Linear production stations in Bryansk and Samara regions have been hit. Two aircraft at "Kacha" military airfield in Crimea have been hit, - General Staff As part of efforts to reduce the enemy's offensive capabilities and complicate the supply of fuel and ammunition to the occupiers' military units, on the night of 23 September, units of the missile forces, artillery and unmanned systems forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in cooperation with other components of the Defence Forces, struck the "8-N" linear production dispatch station (LPDS) near the village of Naitopovichi in the Bryansk region of the Russian Federation. 5 922 7 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

Aircraft flying over Moscow at low altitude Cargo plane spotted flying low over Moscow homes. VIDEO A cargo plane flew at low altitude over Moscow. 12 370 20 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

UN Violations of airspace of sovereign states in Europe are unacceptable - UN The UN has stated that violations of the airspace of sovereign countries are unacceptable. A series of recent incidents in Europe threatens common security. 1 055 15 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations Airspace violation

destruction of a helicopter in Crimea For first time in history: two enemy Be-12 "Chaika" amphibious aircraft and Mi-8 helicopter hit in occupied Crimea, - DIU. VIDEO On 21 September 2025, on the territory of the temporarily occupied Crimea, masters of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine's special unit "Prymary" shot down two Russian Be-12 "Chaika" anti-submarine amphibious aircraft. 13 007 100 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment The destruction of a Russian plane

airplane of the Russian Federation NATO jets were scrambled by Russian spy plane over Baltic Sea On Sunday, September 21, two German Eurofighter jets were scrambled by a Russian Il-20 military reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea. 1 478 25 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations

F-16 destroys enemy strike drone F-16 fighter jet shoots down Russian Shahed-136 kamikaze drone with AIM-9 missile. VIDEO A video of the destruction of a Russian Shahed-136 kamikaze drone by a Ukrainian F-16 pilot has been published online. 9 396 81 Previously in trend: AFU aviation

National Guard soldier Anton Voitenko Story of fallen guardsman Anton Voitenko: he was one of those who stopped bombing of Kharkiv in 2022. VIDEO Anton Voitenko was among those who downed a Russian Su-34 over Kharkiv in March 2022, after which Russian aircraft stopped entering the city. The National Guard serviceman took part in the Anti-Terrorist Operation (ATO), served with the National Guard’s Spartan Brigade and with the "Solidarity" unit of DIU, and helped defend the skies over Kharkiv, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. On 14 August 2025, he was killed during a combat mission. 3 266 2 Previously in trend: The destruction of a Russian plane

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski Sikorski backs idea of creating no-fly zone over Ukraine Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski believes the idea of creating a no-fly zone over Ukraine deserves consideration. 2 442 19 Previously in trend: air space of Ukraine

Spokesman for Russian dictator Dmitry Peskov Kremlin denies involvement in GPS disruption of von der Leyen’s plane Spokesman for Russian dictator Dmitry Peskov claimed that Russia was not involved in the GPS signal disruption during the landing of a plane carrying European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Bulgaria. 3 273 20 Previously in trend: Russia blocks GPS signals

The United States deployed reconnaissance aircraft to the border with Mexico to monitor Russia and China Europeans consider no-fly zone over western Ukraine for civilian flight safety - Telegraph European countries are discussing the introduction of a no-fly zone for military aircraft over western Ukraine, with a gradual expansion to the east. 12 159 31 Previously in trend: air space of Ukraine

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