Ukraine’s Security Service successfully destroyed a Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber at the Engels air base, approximately 800 kilometers from Ukraine’s border. This aircraft had been instrumental in launching Russian missile attacks against Ukraine. This operation signifies another successful long-range strike by Ukraine against Russia, underscoring a proactive defense strategy to increase the cost of the ongoing aggression.
The recent Ukrainian strike on a Russian oil facility, a significant distance of 700 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, represents a bold and impactful development in the ongoing conflict. This action goes beyond a typical battlefield engagement, targeting a crucial component of Russia’s war-making capacity and its economic backbone. It’s an epic job, as some might say, in dismantling what appears to be Russia’s military logistics and, more broadly, its oil revenue streams that fuel the war effort. The ability to project force and strike so deep into Russian territory is a testament to Ukrainian ingenuity and determination, demonstrating a capacity to reach and disrupt the enemy’s infrastructure far from the front lines.… Continue reading
Fires were reported at the JSC Progress Plant in Michurinsk, Tambov Oblast, following an alleged overnight drone attack on June 3rd. This facility is a key Russian defense factory producing aviation and missile control systems, vital for Moscow’s bombardment of Ukraine. The reported strike marks the fourth time the plant has been targeted, with previous incidents noted in February 2026, June 2025, and December 2024. This latest incident follows a significant Russian aerial assault on Ukraine.
John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood