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Russia's Su-35 Fighter Is 'Dropping Like Flies' in Ukraine War

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Russia 's Su-35 Flanker-E fighters, touted as " fourth generation ++" jets, have faced significant losses in Ukraine .

Despite its supermaneuverability and advanced weaponry, the jets have proven vulnerable to Western-supplied air defense systems like the Patriot missile.

Nearly 350 Russian jets reportedly destroyed since the invasion began, Moscow 's air capabilities are dwindling.