Sniper sets ‘new world record’ for longest kill

The previous record was fired from 2.19 miles away

The previous record, which has to be the darkest world record in history, was set by a Canadian special operations sniper, who took out an opposition fighter from 2.19 miles away back in 2019 in Iraq.

Now, the new record is alleged to have been set by a Ukrainian sniper.

The special operations serviceman from the Security Service of Ukraine is said to have killed a Russian soldier from 2.36 miles away.

Footage which claims to show the sniper's shot shows a Russian soldier dropping to the ground seconds after the shot is fired.

The shot is said to have come from a Horizon's Lord sniper rifle.

The rifle, which stands at a terrifying six-feet, is a single-shot bolt-action anti-material rifle.

Designed by a Ukrainian arms plant, the rifle is said to be easily transportable and can be removed from the battlefield with ease despite its monstrous size.

In a statement, the Ukrainian Army said: "SBU snipers are rewriting the rules of global sniping, showcasing unparalleled abilities to operate effectively at remarkable distances.”

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