On June 27, Ukraine’s Security Service (SSU) executed a strategic operation targeting Russian military assets at Marinovka airfield in Volgograd. This operation resulted in the destruction of two Su-34 frontline bombers and damage to two others, showcasing Ukraine’s increasing capability to strike deep behind enemy lines.
- Ukraine's Security Service conducted a special operation.
- Two Su-34 bombers destroyed, two damaged.
- Operation utilized long-range drones effectively.
- Satellite imagery confirms aircraft were hit.
- Russian military blogger criticized the losses.
- Strike highlights vulnerabilities in Russian defenses.
Utilizing long-range drones, the SSU and Special Operations Forces (SOF) successfully hit the aircraft while they remained on the ground. Satellite imagery released by the OSINT community CyberBoroshno corroborates these claims, revealing clear evidence of the strike on June 29, 2025-06-29 21:03:00.
This operation raises critical questions about the effectiveness of Russia’s air defenses and the implications for future military engagements. How will Russia respond to such losses? Will this shift the balance of power in the region?
- Ukraine demonstrates advanced drone capabilities.
- Russian military assets are increasingly vulnerable.
- This incident may escalate tensions further.
As the situation evolves, international observers must remain vigilant and consider the broader impacts of these military actions on global security dynamics.