Ukraine's Air Force reports losing an F-16 fighter jet during a combat mission on July 29, citing an emergency on board; the pilot ejected safely and is under medical examination.
German AI combat drones from Helsing are being supplied to Ukraine, but reports of technical issues and low hit rates contrast with the manufacturer's claims of encouraging results. Soldiers report challenges with launch and navigation, though successful strikes have occurred.
A captured Ukrainian serviceman, Sergey Belozyorov, claims the Skval and Skala separate assault regiments are widely resented in Ukraine due to alleged torture and heavy troop losses, with few soldiers returning from combat missions.
Personnel of Russia's Battlegroup South are assembling FPV drones for various combat roles, including flushing out enemy strongholds, supplying troops, mine clearing, and air defense, according to the commander of the unmanned systems detachment.
