Tag: ATACMS

A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a 2s5 "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine.
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British media reports a ‘Storm Shadow’ missile has been launched into Russian territory

Ukraine has launched British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles at targets in Russia‘s Kursk Region, according to a report by the BBC on Wednesday. This development comes after the United States authorized Ukraine to utilize ATACMS missiles for long-range operations against Russia. Although the UK government has not officially confirmed the use of its missiles against targets within Russia’s internationally recognized borders, the BBC has reported that … Continue reading British media reports a ‘Storm Shadow’ missile has been launched into Russian territory

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The flags of the European Union, Hungary and Germany fly outside Berlin's chancellery in Berlin, Germany
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Hungary to deploy an air defense system near Ukraine border

Hungary plans to deploy an air defense system in the northeastern region of the country, as the defense minister indicated that the risk of escalation in the Ukraine-Russia conflict is “greater than ever.” On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin escalated his nuclear strike policy in response to a wider array of conventional attacks, following the U.S. decision to permit Ukraine to launch American missiles deep … Continue reading Hungary to deploy an air defense system near Ukraine border

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Former U.S. general advocates for the immediate ousting of President Biden

Retired US Army Lieutenant General Michael Flynn has called on Vice President Kamala Harris to activate the 25th Amendment to prevent President Joe Biden from inadvertently leading the nation into World War III. This plea follows reports that Biden allegedly allowed Ukraine to utilize ATACMS missiles to target areas deep within Russian territory. While the U.S. government has not confirmed or denied these reports, the … Continue reading Former U.S. general advocates for the immediate ousting of President Biden

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Air-launched long-range Storm Shadow/SCALP cruise missile, manufactured by MBDA, pictured at the 54th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France.
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Ukraine has fired UK Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia, a day after using US ATACMS

On Wednesday, Ukraine launched a series of British Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russian territory, marking the latest instance of Western weaponry being utilized against Russian targets, following the previous day’s deployment of U.S. ATACMS missiles. These strikes were extensively covered by Russian war correspondents on Telegram and were corroborated by an official who requested anonymity. Moscow has indicated that the use of Western arms … Continue reading Ukraine has fired UK Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia, a day after using US ATACMS

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A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a 2s5 "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine.
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Reports indicate that Ukraine possesses a maximum of 50 ATACMS missiles

The Ukrainian military is estimated to have received approximately 50 ATACMS missiles from the United States to date, as reported by The Times on Tuesday. The Pentagon has not disclosed any official numbers regarding this contentious weapons shipment. The British publication noted that Ukraine’s armed forces possess a substantial number of HIMARS and MLRS systems capable of launching these long-range missiles, with the first units … Continue reading Reports indicate that Ukraine possesses a maximum of 50 ATACMS missiles

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Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Director Sergey Naryshkin.
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Putin’s intelligence chief warns West against direct military confrontation with Russia

President Vladimir Putin‘s intelligence chief cautioned the West on Wednesday about the potential for catastrophic outcomes if the United States and its European partners escalate military tensions with Russia regarding Ukraine. Moscow has condemned Washington’s decision to allow Ukraine to utilize U.S. missiles for strikes within Russian territory, and on Tuesday, Putin signaled a lower threshold for nuclear engagement in response to a wider array … Continue reading Putin’s intelligence chief warns West against direct military confrontation with Russia

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Putin is willing to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump but rules out territorial concessions

Vladimir Putin is willing to engage in discussions regarding a ceasefire in Ukraine with Donald Trump, but he firmly rejects any significant territorial concessions and demands that Kyiv relinquish its aspirations to join NATO, according to five sources familiar with Kremlin perspectives, as reported by Reuters. As President-elect Trump prepares to return to the White House, he aims to swiftly resolve the ongoing conflict during … Continue reading Putin is willing to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump but rules out territorial concessions

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A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a 2s5 "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine.
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Ukraine uses U.S. ATACMS missiles against Russia for the first time on the conflict’s 1,000th day

Ukraine reportedly utilized U.S. ATACMS missiles to target Russian territory for the first time on Tuesday, marking a significant escalation on the 1,000th day of the conflict, according to Moscow. Russia claimed that its military intercepted five out of six missiles aimed at a military site in the Bryansk region, although debris from one missile struck the facility without resulting in casualties or damage. Ukraine … Continue reading Ukraine uses U.S. ATACMS missiles against Russia for the first time on the conflict’s 1,000th day

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Ukraine’s allies face turmoil as diplomacy led by Trump approaches

After nearly a thousand days of Europe’s most intense conflict since the Nazi era, the prospect of peace negotiations in Ukraine seems to be emerging. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz‘s recent decision to reach out to Russian President Vladimir Putin has ended a prolonged period during which major NATO leaders largely isolated the Kremlin leader. This development was particularly disappointing for Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, occurring … Continue reading Ukraine’s allies face turmoil as diplomacy led by Trump approaches

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is embraced by U.S. President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington.
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Assessing the impact of long-range strikes on Russia: Is it too late to assist Ukraine?

The U.S. decision to permit long-range strikes by Ukraine could bolster Kyiv’s position in the Kursk region of Russia, which it has captured as a bargaining chip in potential peace negotiations. However, analysts caution that this move may arrive too late to significantly alter the trajectory of the conflict. In a significant policy shift just two months before his term ends, President Joe Biden removed … Continue reading Assessing the impact of long-range strikes on Russia: Is it too late to assist Ukraine?

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