Scripps News obtained video showing a Ukrainian fighter pilot taking out bridges in Russia's Kursk region.
A Ukrainian ace fighter pilot is at the center of the action once again, destroying bridge crossings in Russia's Kursk region. The goal is to block Russian forces from driving west and assaulting Ukrainian infantry units.Ukraine mounted the daring incursion into Russian territory in early August, marking humiliation in the war for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
'Entering the air defense zone means there's a high chance of being destroyed,' he said. 'We do work in the areas covered by the anti-aircraft defenses at extremely low altitudes. Flying at the lowest safe height above the terrain, we're able to get close to the front line.
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