Ukraine hit with rarely-used Oreshnik missile in fresh strikes, Russia says
Summary
Russia used an Oreshnik ballistic missile in a major overnight attack on Ukraine, specifically Kyiv and Lviv. Four people died in Kyiv, and 25 were injured. Russia stated this attack was in response to a claimed Ukrainian drone strike on President Putin’s residence, which Ukraine denies.Key Facts
- Russia used the Oreshnik missile in an attack on Ukraine, hitting Kyiv and Lviv.
- Four people were killed and 25 injured in Kyiv during the attack.
- This is the second recorded use of the Oreshnik missile by Russia.
- Russia claims the attack was a response to an alleged Ukrainian drone strike on President Putin’s home, which Ukraine denies.
- Videos showed explosions in Lviv, 60 km from the Polish border, and a missile hit infrastructure there.
- The Oreshnik missile can travel up to 5,500 km and has a warhead that splits into multiple projectiles.
- The attack has raised concerns about security near EU and NATO borders.
- Ukraine and Russia have been exchanging strikes, affecting power and infrastructure in both countries.
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