Russia attacks Ukraine with nuclear-capable missile for the third time since war began
Russia hit Ukraine with a nuclear-capable Oreshnik ballistic missile for the third time on Sunday morning during an airstrike barrage that killed four people and injured about 100, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
TL;DR
- Russia used a nuclear-capable Oreshnik ballistic missile against Ukraine for the third time.
- The airstrike barrage killed four people and injured about 100, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
- Zelensky reported that Russia fired 90 missiles and 600 drones, including 36 ballistic missiles.
- The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed the Oreshnik strike, claiming it targeted Ukrainian defense industry and military infrastructure.
- Russia stated the attack was in response to 'terrorist attacks' by Ukraine against civilian objects in Russia.
- Zelensky urged for continued support in securing air defense for Ukraine, particularly anti-ballistic capabilities.