Latest Russian Strikes on Syria Employ New Cruise Missile
Launched from strategic bombers, the Kh-101 is an air-launched version of the Cold War-era Kh-55.
The Russian MoD released this image of a Kh-101 cruise missile separating from a Tu-160 bomber. (Photo: Ministry of Defense)
The Russian MoD released this image of a Kh-101 cruise missile separating from a Tu-160 bomber. (Photo: Ministry of Defense)

In retaliation for the bombing of the Metrojet Airbus A321, Russia launched a new wave of air strikes on the Islamic State in Syria (ISIS) on November 17, using strategic bombers. This marked the first combat use of the Tu-95MS and Tu-160 and their primary weapon—the Raduga Kh-101 cruise missileagainst real targets. Tu-22M3s were also committed, dropping free-fall FAB-250-270 HE bombs.


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