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AirEuropeJul 06, 2026

Russian Su-57 failed to stop Ukrainian drone strike

Russian Su-57 stealth fighter reportedly failed to intercept a Ukrainian drone strike deep inside Russia. Raises questions about Su-57 operational readiness and sensor performance. Third documented Su-57-related incident in recent months. Impacts Russia's fifth-gen credibility.

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