Key developments on July 29:
- Ukraine damaged Russia’s Tu-22M3 bomber 1,800 kilometers away from the border
- Germany delivers Leopard 1 tanks, other aid to Ukraine
- 80th Brigade commander promised promotion after officers speak out against dismissal
- US announces $200 million defense aid package for Ukraine
- 5th Indian citizen killed in war against Ukraine
Ukrainian forces hit the Olenya military airfield in Russia’s Murmansk Oblast, damaging a Tu-22M3 bomber, confirmed by Ukraine’s military intelligence (HUR) spokesperson.
Germany delivered eight Leopard 1 A5 tanks, along with other aid, to Ukraine, continuing its military support.
The US pledged a new defense aid package worth up to $200 million for Ukraine, including weaponry and ammunition.
Ravi Moun, an Indian citizen serving in the Russian army, became the fifth Indian casualty in the war against Ukraine.