Mi-28

Footage circulating online shows a Ukrainian FPV drone chasing and hitting a Russian Mi-28NM attack helicopter in midair over Russia's Belgorod region. If confirmed, it would be a rare instance of a cheap quadcopter downing or damaging one of Russia's most advanced attack helicopters, highlighting how small drones are reshaping battlefield risks for aircraft.

Uganda has held a commissioning ceremony for facilities donated by Russia, according to defence outlet Janes. The item is drawing attention alongside searches around the Mil Mi-28 attack helicopter, a Russian aircraft that has previously been delivered to African buyers. Details on the exact nature of the donated facilities and any aircraft involved remain limited.

Russia has completed a $53 million military investment in an African country after delivering six Mi-28 attack helicopters, according to Business Insider Africa. The deal underlines Moscow's growing defence footprint on the continent, where it has been expanding arms sales and security partnerships with several governments.

Russia has finalized a $53 million military investment in another African country, four years after delivering six Mi-28 attack helicopters to the same nation. The move underlines Moscow's continued push to expand defense ties across Africa, where it has been building influence through arms sales, military training and security cooperation despite international sanctions and growing competition with Western powers for regional partners.