Ukraine’s tactical aviation carried out a precision strike against a facility of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) in the border village of Glotovo, in the Belgorod region, just 5 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.
The action represents another symbolic and operational blow against strategic targets on Russian territory.
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According to the Sunflower Telegram channel, associated with Ukrainian aviation, a MiG-29 fighter jet launched two high-precision French-made AASM Hammer bombs at the FSB unit deployment site.
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The strike hit the building’s roof directly, possibly destroying multiple floors. Footage of the operation was captured by a reconnaissance drone, confirming the effectiveness of the attack.
OSINT analyst @blinzka on social media platform X confirmed that the target was an FSB facility that also hosts Russian border service operations, located in the village of Glotovo. The attack demonstrates Ukraine’s growing ability to accurately hit targets within Russian territory, even in areas traditionally considered safe.
AASM Bombs: French precision on the battlefield
The AASM (Armement Air-Sol Modulaire) bombs, known as Hammer, are French modular kits similar to American JDAMs. They convert free-fall bombs into high-precision guided munitions. Unlike JDAMs, AASM bombs include an integrated rocket motor, which significantly extends the weapon’s operational range.
The AASM’s range varies depending on launch altitude: about 15 km from low altitude and up to 70 km from high altitude. Main models include the Hammer-250, adapted for 227 kg Mk.82 bombs, and the Hammer-1000, for 908 kg Mk.84 bombs — with tests of the larger model planned for late 2024.
The use of AASM bombs in the strike on the FSB facility underscores the Ukrainian Air Force’s capability to conduct precision operations using advanced Western weaponry, even on adapted Soviet platforms like the MiG-29.
Source and images: Telegram @soniah_hub | militarnyi. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
