"Russian Aviation Activity Declines Following Losses in Ukraine Conflict: Analysis"
TL;DR
Russia has reduced its aerial presence over eastern Ukraine after suffering significant aircraft losses, with Ukraine claiming to have destroyed 13 Russian aircraft since mid-February, including Su-34 and Su-35 jets. The Institute for the Study of War estimates that Russia has lost approximately $1 billion worth of aircraft since the start of 2024, prompting a decrease in Russian aviation activity. Despite these losses, Russia continues to pursue tactical gains in eastern Ukraine, risking further aviation losses in the process.
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- Russia Aviation Activity Drops after $1BN of Craft Lost in 2024—ISW Newsweek
- Russia's air force appears to be backing off after Ukraine's kill streak: ISW Business Insider
- UK Defense Ministry: Russia likely grounds its A-50 aircraft fleet Yahoo! Voices
- Ukraine is pushing Russia back in one crucial area The Telegraph
- Ukraine destroyed 13 Russian military aircraft in 2 weeks. How? Kyiv Independent
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