Controversial Videos Suggest Russian Su-25 Fighter-Bomber Shot Down Near Soledar

A Russian Su-25 fighter-bomber crashed near Soledar, Ukraine on Friday. Initial reports suggested material fatigue caused the crash. However, videos circulating online, which appear to show the plane being hit by a missile before it went down, have led military observers to believe it was shot down. The videos, a mix of surveillance drone footage and a cell phone recording, show the plane exploding after a visible strike. "The videos show a clear impact and subsequent explosion consistent with a missile strike," said a military analyst who wished to remain anonymous. The incident highlights the ongoing complexities of the conflict and the challenges of verifying information in a war zone. The incident underscores the need for careful verification of information during active conflicts.