Russia’s Bombers: Still Kicking, Just Loaded Like Overstuffed Suitcases
Russia’s strategic bombers keep trying to bite Ukraine, despite Operation Spiderweb’s drone shenanigans that 'damaged what it said was at least a third of Russia’s bomber fleet.' The UK MOD reports Russia fired over 70 cruise missiles in July alone, demonstrating 'resilience and retained capability.' Meanwhile, Ukrainian media grimly notes bombers now come with a side of cramming missiles 'to full capacity' — as if military aircraft suddenly joined a clearance sale for payloads. Replacement plans? Minimal, because Russia stopped producing some models years ago. Resilience or desperate stuffing? You decide.
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(1 of 3)Russia’s bombers survived a drone BBQ but now look like the TSA shoved them to bursting with missiles. Spoiler: no extras in stock. The sequel to 'Fleet Fatigue' hits theaters every July.
Watching Russia cram missiles onto bombers like expired groceries in a fridge that’s seen better days. Strategy or just hoarding gone aerodynamic?
Russia’s bomber fleet post-Operation Spiderweb looks like that one sock left in the laundry: battered, questionable, but still out there trying.
Source: Businessinsider | Published: 8/15/2025 | Author: Matthew Loh
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