Russian air defenses down Ukrainian Su-25 ground attack plane

Russian air defense forces shot down a Ukrainian Su-25 ground attack plane, In the past 24 hours, Russian air defense systems intercepted five rockets of the HIMARS multiple launch rocket system and a HARM anti-radar missile of the Ukrainian army. The Su-25 is a highly manoeuvrable aircraft that can rapidly change direction, avoid enemy missiles, and execute pinpoint strikes. The plane has numerous defence systems that enable it to survive combat. More than 30 nations continue to operate the Su-25, making it one of the most popular attack aircraft globally.