A Ukrainian F-16 pilot died in a plane crash while repelling a massive Russian air attack involving hundreds of drones and missiles. The attack, which injured at least 12 people and damaged infrastructure across Ukraine, prompted President Zelenskyy to call for increased Western support for Ukraine's air defenses. Russia launched 477 drones and 60 missiles, with Ukraine claiming to have destroyed a significant portion. This incident marks Ukraine's third F-16 loss since their introduction last year, highlighting the ongoing need for stronger air defenses against relentless Russian attacks.

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