Ukrainian Forces Hit Russian Su-57 Fighter Jet

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Ukrainian forces hit a Russian Su-57 fighter jet at an air base inside Russia using a drone, causing damage that may render the jet beyond repair. The incident marks the first combat loss of a Su-57.

Key Points

  • Ukrainian forces hit a Russian Su-57 fighter jet at an air base inside Russia using a drone
  • The strike caused damage to the Su-57, potentially making it the first combat loss of the aircraft
  • Russian Su-57 was parked at the Akhtubinsk airfield, 366 miles from the front lines in Ukraine
  • Russian Su-57, touted as a fifth-generation fighter aircraft, has faced development delays and a crash in 2019

Pros

  • Demonstrates Ukrainian military capability in targeting advanced Russian aircraft
  • Shows Ukraine's focus on developing long-range drones for strikes deep inside Russia

Cons

  • Escalation of conflict between Ukraine and Russia
  • Risk of further military retaliation