A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber fell out of the sky in southwestern Russia.
— Mrgunsngear (@Mrgunsngear) April 19, 2024
Russia claims it was a mechanical issue. Some Ukrainian channels are saying it was shot down. #russia #ukraine #Tu22M3 #Tu22M #plane #bomber #flying pic.twitter.com/ZmBJFf6Rg2
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:57pm on 19 Apr 2024,Friday International
Ukraine's air force reportedly shot down a Russian strategic bomber in Russian airspace after it participated in a deadly airstrike in Dnipropetrovsk, killing at least nine. The downed plane was returning from firing missiles at Ukraine. Russian officials cited technical malfunction for the crash. Strikes in Dnipro resulted in casualties, with at least nine dead and dozens injured. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urges Western allies for air defense support. Governor reports air defenses intercepted numerous missiles and drones. Rescue operations are underway as damage assessments continue
