Russians target Kryvyi Rih from much-valued Su-57 jet fighter
On 25 April, the Russians attempted to target Kryvyi Rih with Su-57 fighter jet, the aircraft they are desperately trying to hide from Ukrainian air defence systems.
Source: Illia Yevlash, the Head of Public Relations of Ukraine’s Air Force, on air of the national 24/7 newscast
Quote: "The Russians have already employed the Su-57 aircraft, but they are attempting to keep it at a safe distance since they are aware that it could be targeted by our air defence. This is a really pricey "rattle" that they protect. This is a costly but unique toy for them."
Details: The Russians launched a Kh-59 or Kh-69 missile. As Yevlash says, these missiles are difficult to discern in the air due to their comparable tactical and technical qualities. Only when they are in the hands of experts can they be accurately classified and evaluated.
Russia's cutting-edge Su-57s were introduced in 2020, with the maiden flight taking place in 2010. As of 2023, there are about three dozen of them in service, with dozens more ordered. One Su-57s costs about US$35 million.
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