Video Challenges Russia's Official Account of Damaged Aircraft

Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov's statement on damaged Russian aircraft is questioned by an online video. The video, uploaded on June 5th, 2025, challenges the official statement that only minor damage occurred to the aircraft on June 1st. The author of the video, who remains anonymous, presents video footage which appears to contradict Ryabkov's assertions. The author states, "I don't understand why such a statement is being made now. It's a blatant lie." This raises concerns about transparency and the credibility of official statements regarding the ongoing conflict. Further investigation is needed to verify the authenticity of the video evidence and the extent of the damage to the aircraft. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges in verifying information amid the conflict.