Mass Air Raid Alert Following Russian MiG-31K Takeoff in Ukraine
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16 October 2025 06:18
On the night of October 16, Ukraine issued a nationwide air raid alert amid reports of a Russian MiG-31K fighter jet taking off.
The incident raised immediate concerns about heightened military activity in the region, especially given the aircraft’s capacity to carry the advanced hypersonic missile ‘Kinzhal’.
Ukrainian air force sources confirmed that the Russian jet’s takeoff was detected across the entire territory, triggering widespread alarm among civilians and military personnel alike.
This event underscores the ongoing security challenges Ukraine faces amidst escalating tensions with Russia, highlighting the potential threat posed by Moscow’s strategic missile capabilities that can reach distant targets with high precision.