In response to the Ukrainian attack that destroyed dozens of Russian bombers in early June, the Russian Aerospace Forces launched a strategic flight with Tu-22M3 bombers over the Baltic Sea.<br /><br />The operation marks the first use of this type of aircraft since the Ukrainian strikes on airbases in Siberia and northern Russia.<br /><br />According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the Tu-22M3 bombers conducted a planned flight through international airspace over the Baltic Sea, lasting more than four hours.<br /><br />In certain segments of the route, the Tu-22M3s were accompanied by fighter jets from other countries — reportedly from NATO nations.<br /><br />Source and images: Russian Ministry of Defense.<br /><br />
