Russian bombers near Caspian launch lines

Russian Tu-95MS bombers have launched Kh-101 cruise missiles from positions near the Caspian Sea towards Ukraine.

Sources

4 verified

Location

Caspian Sea

Updated

Friday, 24 April 2026 at 23:31 UTC

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Synthesis · 4 sources

Russian strategic aviation has launched a new wave of cruise missiles towards Ukraine. The missiles were fired from Tu-95MS bombers operating from positions near the Caspian Sea, with reports indicating 4-5 aircraft may be involved. This strike is part of an ongoing long-range bombardment campaign. Information on the specific targets and impact is currently being clarified.

Updates · 3

4d agomonitorwar

The bombers have now reached their launch positions over the Caspian Sea, and the message specifies the expected weapon system is the Kh-101 cruise missile.

4d agoGeopolitics Watch

The reported launch phase has now been executed, with missiles confirmed to be in flight towards Ukraine.

4d agomonitorwar

An operational report indicates 4-5 Tu-95MS aircraft may be involved in the launch, adding detail to the scale of the strike.

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