The air defense of Ukraine destroyed three Russian Su-30cm fighter jets, one Su-34 fighter bomber, one aircraft of an unknown type, two helicopters and one operational-tactical UAV during the day on March 16, according to the Telegram channel of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

In addition, the air defense of the Ground Forces reported another downed Su-34 fighter bomber and a Ka-52 helicopter in the northern and southern directions, respectively.

"Fighter aviation continues to conduct air battles with the superior air forces of the occupiers. There were launches of guided missiles, we will clarify and check whether the targets were hit," the AFU General Staff said.