HIMARS Strike Eliminates Four Russian Helicopters in Belgorod
Ukrainian special forces, in coordination with intelligence and artillery units, successfully destroyed four Russian helicopters—two Ka-52 attack helicopters and two Mi-8 transport helicopters—in a single HIMARS strike within Russia’s Belgorod Oblast. The attack, targeting a concealed Russian staging area, highlights the effectiveness of long-range precision strikes deep within Russian territory. The destroyed helicopters, including the advanced Ka-52, represent a significant loss in both military capability and financial value, estimated at approximately $40 million. This operation follows a series of successful Ukrainian strikes in occupied Crimea and underscores ongoing Ukrainian efforts to disrupt Russian military operations.
John Q. Hosedrinker