Ukraine launches major strikes on Russian cities
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Moscow said Tuesday that Ukraine had fired six U.S.-made ATACMS ballistic missiles, six UK-made Storm Shadow cruise missiles and at least 146 drones into Russia in an attack that it said would not go unanswered. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. After Ukraine first launched ATACMS and British Storm Shadow missiles into Russia last year, Moscow responded on Nov.
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Main Idea: Russia said Ukraine carried out a major strike with missiles and drones on several Russian regions, and warned the attack would not go unanswered.
Key Points:
- Moscow said Ukraine fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles, UK-made Storm Shadow missiles, and at least 146 drones into Russia.
- Russia said it shot down the missiles and drones, but also reported damage in several areas and flight limits at airports.
- Russian officials said the attacks hit or damaged industrial sites in regions including Saratov, Engels, Tula, and Bryansk.
- The strikes come as the war continues to raise fears of wider conflict and as U.S. support for Ukraine faces uncertainty.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Escalating strikes on Russia can raise global energy and shipping costs, which may increase prices for US households and businesses.
Positive Impact
Possible pressure on Russia may strengthen calls for ceasefire talks, which could lower war risks for US voters and markets.
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Candidate Entities6 candidates · 5 weighted vote min · 70% decision
- President Vladimir PutinpersonMajorAI selected
Named national leader whose warning and comments are central to the escalation narrative.
Include 0 (0%)Ignore 0 (0%)5 to threshold - President-elect Donald TrumppersonMajorAI selected
Named political figure whose stance on ceasefire and U.S. support is part of the article’s core context.
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Named regional governor quoted about the drone attack and damage in Saratov.
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Russian regional jurisdiction central to the drone attack and reported damage.
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Cited as the origin of Storm Shadow missiles and as a key external power in support of Ukraine.
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Cited as the origin of ATACMS missiles and as a key external power in support of Ukraine.
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