Ukraine has reportedly fired UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia for the first time in response to the deployment of North Korean troops on Russia’s border. The decision to approve the strikes came after the US agreed to do the same with its American Atacms missiles. The target of the missile strike is unclear, but it is believed to be related to the North Korean buildup in the region.
The use of Storm Shadow missiles marks a significant escalation in the conflict, with Putin warning that this action could lead to a direct conflict with NATO. The UK has approved the use of these missiles within Ukrainian territory, but Ukraine had been pushing for permission to target locations inside Russia for months.
In response to the escalating tensions, Russia has been spreading fake information about a potential large-scale attack in Ukraine. Several embassies, including those of the US, Italy, Spain, and Greece, have closed in anticipation of an attack on Kyiv. The UK embassy remains open but continues to monitor the situation closely.
Meanwhile, the US has allowed Ukraine to use American-supplied antipersonnel land mines to combat Russian forces. This decision follows a shift in Russian tactics on the battlefield. Ukraine’s intelligence agency has accused Russia of spreading misinformation in an attempt to create panic among Ukrainians. The situation remains tense, with ongoing air alerts in Kyiv and other regions.
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