Ukraine Says Russia Struck It With New Missile; ICBM Claim Is Disputed
Ukraine has accused Russia of striking it with a new missile, a claim that has been met with skepticism by some experts. The Ukrainian military said that a missile fired from a Russian warship hit a target in eastern Ukraine, causing significant damage.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries, with Ukraine accusing Russia of backing separatists in the eastern part of the country. The Ukrainian government has called the missile strike a “provocation” and a clear violation of international law.
However, some experts have cast doubt on Ukraine’s claims, with some suggesting that the missile may have been an intermediate-range ballistic missile (ICBM) rather than a new weapon. The Russian military has denied any involvement in the incident, calling the accusations “absurd.”
The dispute over the type of missile used in the strike highlights the complex nature of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Both countries have been engaged in a bitter conflict since Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014, and tensions have only escalated in recent months.
The international community has called for calm and restraint in the region, with many countries urging both Ukraine and Russia to engage in dialogue to resolve their differences peacefully. The United Nations has also called for an independent investigation into the missile strike to determine the facts of the incident.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is clear that the conflict between Ukraine and Russia is far from over. Both countries must work towards finding a peaceful resolution to the ongoing crisis in order to prevent further escalation of hostilities. Only through dialogue and diplomacy can the two countries hope to find a way forward and bring an end to the violence and bloodshed that has plagued the region for far too long.