Ukraine strikes Russian airfield, damaging rare Su-34 fighter jet
Ukrainian forces conducted a successful strike on a Russian airfield, resulting in damage to a rare Su-34 fighter jet. This operation is part of ongoing efforts by Ukraine to degrade Russian aerial capabilities and disrupt logistics supporting the invasion. The strike was confirmed in reports detailing the latest battlefield developments as of late August 20, 2026.
Date: August 20, 2026
Location: Border regions, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Source: RBC-Ukraine