Airbase

Ukraine says it destroyed glide bombs at a Russian air base that aircraft fly out of to bomb the front lines

Ukraine has taken a bold step in the ongoing conflict with Russia by destroying glide bombs at a Russian airbase used to launch aircraft that bomb the front lines. These glide bombs, equipped with special kits to turn them into precision-guided munitions, are highly destructive and remarkably difficult to intercept. This move by Ukraine carries a significant impact on Russia’s military capabilities and serves as a strategic blow in the ongoing conflict.

Russian officials have downplayed the attacks, labeling them as mere nuisances rather than serious threats. However, the destruction of glide bombs and key supplies at the airbase in Volgograd highlights the effectiveness of Ukraine’s long-range drones in targeting crucial assets.… Continue reading

Updated: 700 bombs destroyed in Ukrainian strike against Russia’s Lipetsk airbase, source says

I woke up this morning to the news that 700 bombs had been destroyed in a Ukrainian strike against Russia’s Lipetsk airbase. My initial reaction was a mix of shock and awe. That’s a significant number of bombs to be taken out in a single strike. The scale of this operation is truly impressive, and it marks a significant moment in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

The fact that the airbase housed fighter jets and helicopters raises questions about the extent of the damage caused. It must have been a powerful attack to effectively neutralize such a significant military asset.… Continue reading