Ukrainian forces have shot down a Russian Sukhoi Su-30SM fighter jet over the Black Sea, using a man-portable air defense system (MANPADS). The aircraft, valued at approximately $50 million, was part of the 43rd Separate Naval Aviation Regiment based in Crimea and was reportedly accompanied by a Su-35 when it launched missiles toward Ukraine. The shootdown occurred about 44 miles northwest of Cape Tarkhankut, with subsequent search and rescue operations discovering jet fuel streaks and wreckage parts. The incident marks a significant loss for the Russian military, adding to a series of recent aviation mishaps. Both Ukrainian and Russian sources have shared video evidence and details of the event, highlighting the ongoing intense military engagements in the region.