B-52s, Tu-95s & H-6s: Why lumbering bombers still matter in supersonic, stealth era

Despite advanced stealth aircraft, large, slow bombers like the B-52, Tu-95, and H-6 remain vital. Their immense range and payload capacity allow for powerful conventional and nuclear strikes, even with modern upgrades. While vulnerable to sophisticated air defenses, their cost-effectiveness and ability to project global power ensure their continued relevance as strategic deterrents.

By TOI NEWS DESK