Russia is preparing for a new massive missile strike - strategic Tu-95s are being relocated
Russia has begun active preparations for a new large-scale missile strike against Ukraine. According to military observers, strategic bombers Tu-95MS, The X-101/X-555 cruise missile carriers were redeployed to the European part of Russia for the first time in a long time.
Three aircraft redirected to military base after maintenance at Engels airfield Deer and are on standby for combat missions. Sources allow for additional flights to reinforce the strike group.
Details of displacement and threats
The redeployment of Tu-95s to Olenka indicates the formation of an aviation group for massive cruise missile launches. This airfield is regularly used to train long-range aircraft for strikes against Ukraine.
Analysts note that the main target of a potential attack could be energy infrastructure facilities, The areas in the west of Ukraine were repeatedly targeted in autumn and winter.
The relocation of bombers to the European part of Russia may also indicate an intention to reduce the approach time of missiles, and thus complicate the work of air defences.
Context.
Since the beginning of autumn, Russia has been increasing its long-range aviation activity and deploying additional missile carriers at airfields closer to Ukraine.
The most recent massive attacks were accompanied by simultaneous launches of cruise missiles, shaheds and ballistic missiles.
The Ukrainian authorities warn of an increased risk of attacks on critical infrastructure and urge citizens to prepare for possible power outages.
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