Russia’s Su-57 Felon, its most advanced fifth-generation fighter aircraft, has been employed only sparingly during the war in Ukraine. Long-Range Strikes from Russian AirspaceRather than flying deep into Ukrainian territory, Russia has primarily used the Su-57 to launch long-range stand-off missiles while remaining inside Russian-controlled airspace. Israeli analysts estimate that Russia currently operates fewer than 30 Su-57s, making every aircraft a valuable strategic asset. Su-57 – Intelligence RisksBeyond the immediate military consequences, Israeli analysts believe Russia is also concerned about the intelligence implications of losing a Su-57 over Ukrainian territory. However, according to Israeli analysts, Russia’s reduced industrial capacity following the 2022 invasion has significantly lowered the likelihood of countries such as Iran receiving the Su-57 in the near future.