Ukraine claims to down three Russian fighter-bomber jets

[Collection]Ukrainian forces shoot down three Russian Su-34 fighter-bombers using Patriot missiles, a US-supplied weapon with a range of up to 160 km, in a successful operation on the southern front. The Russian military did not acknowledge the incident, but Russian bloggers confirmed the loss. The Ukrainian Air Force Commander and Air Force spokesperson praised the operation, highlighting the significance of downing one of Russia's most modern aircraft. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejects claims that the war has entered a phase of 'attrition'.