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1/8 Getting a taste of their own medicine: Ukraine is increasingly targeting russians with their own glide and rocket-assisted bombs. Image
2/8 Recently, several videos have surfaced showcasing Ukrainian strikes on russian troops and infrastructure using glide bombs and rocket-assisted bombs. The bridges in the Kursk region serve as a notable example. Image
3/8 Ukraine has integrated JDAM-ER, GBU-39 Paveway IV, and Hammer bombs into its MiG-29 fleet. The introduction of the F-16 is expected to enhance these missions as well. Additionally, Ukraine is working on developing its own glide bombs. Image
4/8 Glide bombs represent one of the few genuine successes of russia's defense industry during the war, and russia continues to maintain a significant advantage in this area. Image
5/8 The arrival of F-16 jets equipped with AMRAAM air-to-air missiles, along with additional Patriot batteries, should help Ukraine keep russian Su-34 bombers at a greater distance. Image
6/8 Ukraine should be capable of targeting russian air bases with Western weapons, which would help maintain greater distance between Russian Su-34 bombers and the front lines, thereby reducing issues related to glide bombs. Image
7/8 For Ukraine to win the war faster, its allies need to substantially increase their military and financial support while also lifting any unnecessary restrictions that result in daily Ukrainian casualties. Image

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Aug 22
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