Belgorod media report that a Russian Su-27 fighter jet was probably shot down near the village of Valuyki. Journalist Andriy Tsaplienko also published a video of the alleged downing.
"Local residents report a powerful explosion in Valuyki, followed by a large fire in the forest. We are waiting for official confirmation," writes journalist Andriy Tsaplienko.
According to eyewitnesses, a powerful explosion was heard first.
Then the aircraft began to fall and "landed" in the forest.