Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia: What we know

Ukraine fired UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia following the launch of American ATACMS missiles, amid fears of escalation in the ongoing war. The strikes, not yet confirmed by Ukraine, come after US President Biden lifted restrictions on the use of long-range weapons at the request of President Zelenskyy, who has been urging Western allies for military support against Russian advances. Russia has warned of possible escalation, with Ukraine claiming Moscow fired an ICBM into its territory. The use of Storm Shadow missiles marks a significant development in the conflict, with Russia accusing Ukraine of deploying North Korean troops in the Kursk region and supplying weapons to Moscow, further heightening tensions in the region.

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