🔥 Ukraine Attacks Russian Air Bases as Moscow Faces Heavy Aircraft Loss Claims

Ukraine is claiming a major strike on Russian air bases, saying the operation destroyed or damaged 19 military aircraft in one of the most serious blows to Moscow’s air power.

The reported attack targeted Russian aviation infrastructure used to launch missiles and long-range strikes against Ukrainian cities. If confirmed, the loss of aircraft would mark a costly setback for Russia, as advanced bombers and combat planes are difficult to replace quickly.

Moscow has not confirmed the scale of the losses, and battlefield damage claims remain difficult to independently verify. However, past Ukrainian drone operations have shown that Russian air bases deep inside the country are increasingly vulnerable to long-range strikes. Reuters previously verified drone footage showing several aircraft struck during Ukraine’s large air-base operation in 2025.

For Kyiv, the message is clear: Russia’s air war can no longer operate safely from behind the front line.