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UkrainePublished: 17 July 2026 at 16:38

Ukrainian combat divers destroy Russian bomber at Crimea's Saky airbase

Ukrainian combat divers destroyed a Russian Su-24M bomber at the Saky airbase in Crimea as it prepared to strike. This was the fourth reported attack on the base in a month.

Foto: Euromaidan Press

Ukrainian combat divers successfully destroyed a Russian Su-24M bomber at the Saky airbase in Crimea, according to Euromaidan Press. The aircraft was caught on the tarmac before takeoff, preparing for a strike. This marks the fourth reported attack on the Saky airbase within the past month. Two drones were used in the operation. The incident demonstrates Ukraine's capability to conduct operations deep behind enemy lines using special forces. The Saky base is a significant part of the occupied Crimean peninsula, where Russia has stationed its aircraft. Precise data on losses and casualties have not yet been released.

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