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For the first time, Ukraine has used U.S.-supplied ATACMS long-range ballistic missiles to strike Russian territory, targeting a military installation near the town of Karachev in the Bryansk region. Ukrainian defense forces confirmed the successful hit, which destroyed key Russian supplies, including aerial guided bombs, anti-aircraft missiles, and artillery ammunition.
This strike comes after U.S. President Joe Biden greenlit the use of ATACMS by Ukraine, a significant policy shift that ends previous restrictions on Western long-range weaponry being used on Russian soil. The missiles, capable of striking targets up to 300 kilometers away, have been lauded by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky as a vital tool in defending against escalating Russian aggression.
The targeted military facility reportedly stored North Korean artillery shells, raising concerns about Pyongyang's growing involvement in the conflict. Meanwhile, over 10,000 North Korean troops have been deployed to Russia’s Kursk region to support Moscow's operations, further complicating the geopolitical landscape.
This bold move by Ukraine has sparked fierce rhetoric from Russia, which has pledged a “tangible and appropriate” response. Moscow views the use of U.S.-supplied missiles as direct American involvement, heightening tensions between the two superpowers. U.S. Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer stated that Washington remains ready to respond to any escalations, including those involving North Korea.
The situation coincides with intensifying Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and civilian casualties, including a recent deadly strike in Odesa. As the conflict escalates, international reactions remain mixed. French President Emmanuel Macron hailed Biden’s decision as “totally good,” while UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has yet to comment.
China, a key ally of Russia, has called for de-escalation. President Xi Jinping emphasized the need for a political resolution, underscoring Beijing’s delicate role in the crisis amidst Western sanctions.
Source: MSN
