Ukraine Launches US Missiles into Russia

Ukraine has launched U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles into Russian territory for the first time, striking an arms depot in Bryansk, as the conflict reaches its 1,000th day. Moscow claims to have intercepted five out of six missiles, with debris causing minor damage, while Ukraine reports significant secondary explosions at the target site. This escalation follows President Biden's recent approval for Ukraine to utilize these long-range missiles, a decision that has prompted Russian President Putin to lower the threshold for potential nuclear weapon use, framing it as a direct NATO involvement in the war. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy emphasized the necessity of disrupting Russian logistics and military capabilities to push for peace negotiations. The development has raised concerns about possible retaliation from Russia, as heavy fighting continues along the eastern front and with North Korean troops reportedly supporting Russian forces. This shift in military strategy marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict, heightening tensions between Russia and NATO allies.