Ukraine Debunks False Captivity Claims of Ukrainian Air Force Pilot
The Ukrainian Air Force has clarified that reports claiming the capture of a Ukrainian pilot are unfounded. In a statement, the Air Force confirmed that while incidents of captured service members do occur, the current allegations are false. All Ukrainian pilots continue to execute their duties, defending the nation.
The Air Force noted that such misleading information and videos of captured soldiers are part of Russia’s ongoing information war. These tactics aim to demoralize Ukrainian forces and civilians, influencing public opinion both domestically and internationally.
Previously, the Air Force warned that such tactics aim to spread narratives favorable to the enemy, sowing mistrust in Ukraine’s political and military leadership. This is also used to justify Russia’s aggressive actions. The Air Force emphasized that such videos may show Ukrainian servicemen forced to speak under duress or using taken-out-of-context statements.
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