Did Ukraine fire French supplied missle to strike Russia?
Yes, Ukraine has utilized French-supplied SCALP EG missiles to strike targets within Russian territory. On November 20, 2024, Ukraine launched these long-range missiles, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Both theae missle are almost same only difference being used on different hardware and software. They are made by European missile systems company, MBDA
This action followed France’s decision to permit Ukraine to use SCALP EG missiles against military sites inside Russia, particularly those launching attacks on Ukrainian territory. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that this authorization was limited to neutralizing military facilities used for assaults on Ukraine.
The deployment of these missiles represents a notable shift in Ukraine’s military strategy, enabling it to target critical military infrastructure within Russia. This development has raised concerns about potential escalation in the ongoing conflict.