Introduction

Ukraine used U.S.-supplied long-range missiles for the first time. According to Russian sources, Ukraine launched Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) in a strike on the Bryansk region of Russia. This attack occurred shortly after the U.S. authorized Ukraine to utilize these long-range missiles against targets within Russian territory.

Facts

The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that six missiles were involved in the strike, with five intercepted and one sustaining damage, which led to a fire at a military installation due to debris. Ukrainian military sources confirmed targeting an ammunition depot in Bryansk but did not initially specify whether ATACMS were used. However, an anonymous Ukrainian official indicated that at least one American-made ballistic missile was involved in the operation.

Conclusion

This development marks a significant shift in the conflict, as it is the first confirmed use of U.S.-provided long-range missiles by Ukraine to strike inside Russian territory, following President Biden’s recent decision to allow such actions. The situation is still evolving, and further details may emerge as more information becomes available.