Russian Supersonic Bomber Tu-160 Conducts Attack Simulation Exercise Over Barents Sea and Norway. Photo: Telegram @mod_russia
The Russian Ministry of Defense has released a video showing the strategic supersonic bomber Tu-160 flying over the Barents Sea and Norway as part of military exercises conducted by Russia.
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The mission, which included simulations of aerial attacks, is part of the large-scale exercise “Ocean 2024“.
During the flight, Tu-160 crews practiced launching air-launched cruise missiles against critical targets of a fictional enemy. The operation also involved support from Su-35 and Su-30SM fighter jets, which escorted the bomber throughout the mission.
According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the total flight duration was over nine hours. According to the official statement, all air operations adhered strictly to international standards for airspace usage.
This display of power is part of a series of strategic military exercises aimed at intimidating NATO countries and their allies, who support Ukraine in its war against the Russian invasion.
Source: Russian Ministry of Defense Telegram @mod_russia. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
