ATACMS. Photo: Wikimedia
Tensions in the war between Ukraine and Russia escalated significantly after confirmation that Ukraine carried out its first long-range missile attack on Russian territory.
According to Russian authorities, six ATACMS missiles, supplied by the United States, were fired towards the Bryansk region, near the border between the two countries.
The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that five of the six missiles were successfully intercepted by Russian air defenses. The impact of the sixth missile, if it occurred, has yet to be clarified, and no confirmed information is available regarding material damage or casualties in the affected area.
Videos shared on social media allegedly show the launch of the missiles targeting Russia.
BREAKING:
A video shows Ukraine launching 6 U.S.-made missiles directly into Russia.
Russia claims it shot down 5 out of the 6 missiles. pic.twitter.com/jxOs7NVpnr
— Globe Eye News (@GlobeEyeNews) November 19, 2024
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