Ukrainian security services have reportedly destroyed a Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber at an airfield in Engels, Saratov Oblast, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Kyiv claims the aircraft was used to launch missile attacks against Ukraine. Zelenskyy thanked the Ukrainian military for their precision in the operation, announcing the success on platform X. The strike represents a significant blow to Russia’s air capabilities. Alongside the bomber destruction, Zelenskyy referenced ongoing attacks targeting Russia's oil industry. This action signals a potential escalation in Ukraine's strategy to target key Russian military assets and infrastructure. The attack underscores Ukraine's increasing ability to strike deep inside Russian territory.