Ukraine penetrates 800km deep into Russia to hit an airbase, destroys an irreplaceable Tu-95MS bomber: How it happened and why it hurts Moscow

A Ukrainian drone strike destroyed a Russian Tu-95MS bomber at Engels-2 airbase. Satellite imagery confirmed the significant damage to the strategic aircraft on July 16, 2026. This strike demonstrated Ukraine's expanding long-range attack capabilities deep inside Russian territory. Russia faces challenges replacing the irreplaceable Tu-95MS bombers due to past production. The attack pressures Moscow's strategic aviation and protected military installations.

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