The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) confirms the liquidation by the Defense Forces of another Russian Su-34 bomber aircraft.

"Regarding the combat work that was reported an hour ago. The Skhid (East) air command confirms the downing of a Su-34 fighter-bomber. Unfortunately, only one," the command's press service said, citing Commander of the Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Mykola Oleschuk.

Earlier, the command reported the combat use of anti-aircraft guided missiles against two enemy Su-34 and Su-35 aircraft.

The Air Command noted Ukraine's need for more systems and weapons.