Developments in the Ukraine Conflict: Reports of Drone Attacks, Fighter Jet Hit, and Failed Russian Offensive
In the midst of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, several significant events have unfolded recently. Military intelligence agencies reported that Ukrainian troops have managed to hit a Su57 fighter jet, a next-generation aircraft, at a base in Russia. The details of the attack, including the method used and the responsible unit, remain unclear. Meanwhile, reports emerged stating that Russia's offensive on the eastern border region of Kharkiv has been declared as failed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selenski. Despite continued shelling in the region, the Russian army has been unable to make significant progress. In retaliation, both Ukraine and Russia have reported multiple drone attacks on each other's territories causing damage to various structures, including a village church in Belgorod and residential buildings in Dnipropetrovsk. Furthermore, discussions surrounding military support for Ukraine saw conflicting stances from the US and France. While the US government announced it will not send troops to Ukraine, France revealed plans to form a coalition to send military trainers to assist Ukraine. In response to France's pledge to deliver fighter jets to Ukraine, the Kremlin criticized the move as provocative. Adding to the tension, reports surfaced of Russia accusing Ukraine of shooting down US missiles targeting civilian areas in Russia. Amid these escalations, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg emphasized Ukraine's right to target military sites in Russia for self-defense, marking a significant development in the conflict dynamics.
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