An airbase in Russian-controlled Crimea was attacked on Wednesday night, May 16, causing substantial damage. The attack targeted the Belbek airbase, as reported by the Kiev Post.

Satellite images released on Thursday, May 17, by Maxar Technologies reveal the extent of the damage, showing at least three destroyed fighter jets and damaged fuel storage facilities. Despite the clear evidence of the attack, Ukraine has not yet claimed responsibility.

The Belbek airbase attack highlights the ongoing tensions and conflict in the region. Russia has controlled Crimea since 2014, and the Ukrainian military has persistently targeted the area in efforts to reclaim the territory.

This latest incident underscores the continued volatility in Crimea and the broader region, with both sides sustaining efforts to control strategic locations amid the ongoing war.