Russia expected to launch major missile strike
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a potential new Russian strike, with intelligence now indicating a much larger attack is expected in the coming days. While the use of Tu-95MS and Tu-160 strategic bombers for cruise missile launches is a standard Russian tactic, the specific redeployment of two Tu-160M bombers from the Far East and one Tu-95MS from Olenya Airbase to Vologda Oblast is a new development. This movement suggests Russia is positioning its long-range aviation assets for a significant missile barrage, potentially using Kh-101 cruise missiles, following the pattern of recent strikes.
Two Tu-160M strategic bombers from the Far East and one Tu-95MS from Olenya Airbase are airborne and flying to Vologda Oblast, indicating a specific redeployment.