Tu-160MS
The Tu-160MS (NATO reporting name Blackjack) is a Russian supersonic strategic bomber and missile carrier, representing a deep modernisation of the Soviet-era Tu-160, known as the 'White Swan'. It is produced at the Kazan Aircraft Plant and serves with the Long-Range Aviation branch of the Russian Aerospace Forces. The aircraft is designed to carry long-range cruise missiles, including the Kh-55 and Kh-101, and is among the largest combat aircraft ever built.
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Russia hits Kyiv with massive missile and drone attack hours after Trump envoys leave
Russia launched a combined missile and drone assault on Kyiv overnight on September 7–8, striking the capital with ballistic and cruise missiles, anti-ship missiles, and 166 strike drones. At least two people were killed, more than 50 civilian objects were damaged across multiple districts, and air defenses downed 175 of the incoming targets. The attack came shortly after US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner left the city following talks with President Volodymyr Zelensky.