Ukraine inflicts heavy losses on Russian forces in renewed clashes
The fighting in Ukraine continues, and Ukrainian soldiers do not intend to surrender easily. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported significant losses on the Russian side. In just one day, the Russians were said to have lost over a thousand soldiers and an aircraft.
The Russian aggression against Ukraine has been ongoing for over 900 days, yet the Ukrainian forces persist in their fight and achieve further successes. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported new progress. Despite the passage of time, Ukrainians consistently defend their homeland and achieve significant victories.
Painful Russian losses
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the Russian Federation lost 1,220 soldiers in one day (including killed and wounded).
Ukrainian forces also reportedly destroyed another aircraft. The source does not specify the exact model, but it is most likely the downing of a multi-role tactical bomber Su-34, as reported by Norbert Garbarek, a journalist for Wirtualna Polska.
Unfortunately, Ukrainians are also incurring losses, including in the air. Recently, Łukasz Michalik mentioned that they lost a MiG-29 fighter jet along with an experienced pilot on board.
Comparison of Su-34 and MiG-29
The Su-34 and MiG-29 are different types of aircraft, so their capabilities can't be directly compared. We present the main features of these machines and how they stand against contemporary military challenges.
The Sukhoi company developed the Su-34 aircraft, also known as 'Fullback,' as a successor to the Su-24. Its design began in the 1980s, and the first units entered service in the 1990s. Conversely, the MiG-29 is a fourth-generation fighter created by Mikoyan and Gurevich, which debuted in the 1970s.
The Su-34, with its long range and ability to carry a wide range of armaments, excels in bombing missions. It is equipped with two powerful AL-31F engines and can reach supersonic speeds. The MiG-29, the other hand, is a more manoeuvrable fighter, excellent in aerial combat. Equipped with RD-33 engines, it is capable of quick and agile actions.
