World · 8 September 2026
Russian fighter jets reportedly crash in Kursk region, killing one pilot
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Two Russian Su-35S fighter jets reportedly collided over the Kursk region on Monday, according to Russian Telegram channels. One pilot was killed in the incident, which has not yet received comment from Russia's Ministry of Defense. The cause of the collision is unknown for these jets, which are used to counter Ukrainian air defence systems.
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