BREAKING: russia Claims Ukraine attempted to Hijack MiG-31 Fighter Jet Armed with Hypersonic Missile
Moscow – Russian intelligence service FSB alleges it thwarted a Ukrainian plot to hijack a MiG-31 fighter jet equipped with a Kinschal hypersonic missile.According to the FSB, the plan involved a Russian pilot being persuaded to defect with the aircraft, flying it to a NATO base in constanta, Romania, for a reported payment of three million US dollars.
The FSB claims the hijacked jet was intended to be shot down as it neared Constanta, blaming the Ukrainian military intelligence service HUR and British services for orchestrating the operation. The FSB alleges contact with the Russian pilot was made through the journalistic research network Bellingcat.
The FSB stated, “Their goal remains unchanged – to reach the northern borders of Pokrovsk and then try to encircle the metropolitan area.”
It is significant to note that the FSB frequently announces alleged successes in investigations and the uncovering of Ukrainian attack plans, which are often arduous to independently verify. These announcements are considered by many to be part of Russia’s psychological warfare strategy.
other Developments:
* Refugee Numbers Rise: The Ukrainian government recently permitted men aged 18-22 to leave the country without restriction,leading to a significant increase in the number of Ukrainian refugees in the EU. (Source: KNA)
* Ukrainian Strikes Deep Inside Russia: Ukraine claims to have attacked the Saratov oil refinery deep within Russian territory overnight, causing explosions and a large fire. Ukrainian forces also reportedly struck an oil loading facility in Feodosiya, Crimea, and a warehouse in occupied Donetsk. Last week, a petrochemical plant in Bashkortostan was also reportedly shelled. (Sources: Reuters, dpa)
* Fighting Intensifies in Pokrovsk: The Ukrainian military reports approximately 300 Russian soldiers are currently in Pokrovsk, with Russia attempting to reinforce its presence using fog as cover. (Source: Reuters)
* Odessa Energy Infrastructure Damaged: A Russian drone attack on the Odessa region damaged energy systems, causing fires and injuring one person. Critical infrastructure is currently powered by generators. (Source: Reuters)
