The U.S. guided an attack with U.S. weapons that killed Russian civilians. Someone really wants World War III.
Russia announced plans for retaliatory actions against the United States after summoning U.S. Ambassador Lynne Tracy. The discussion centered around a recent strike on Russian-occupied Crimea, which Russia attributed to missiles supplied by the U.S. The Foreign Ministry in Russia confirmed these planned responses but did not disclose specific details.
Ukraine is now using American missiles to BOMB innocent civilians in Crimea which is basically the same as declaring war on Russia…
Keep in mind that Ukraine IS NOT a member of NATO!!
Also remember how all of the talking heads said Trump would get us into a war while we… pic.twitter.com/BTZMTWDfrB
— SaltyGoat (@SaltyGoat17) June 24, 2024
The attack in question reportedly utilized the Army Tactical Missile System, known as ATACMS, resulting in at least four fatalities and injuring 150 individuals. John Bass, acting undersecretary for political affairs at the State Department, commented on the strike’s impact, acknowledging the differing approaches of Ukraine and Russia in conducting military operations. He noted Ukraine’s efforts to reduce civilian casualties, in contrast to the severe tactics employed by Russia since the conflict’s onset.
Recently, the U.S. authorized Ukraine to deploy advanced, longer-range missiles for defensive purposes within Russian territory, a move reflecting the delicate balance Western nations are trying to maintain to avoid escalating tensions further.
The launch of AFU 8 ATACMS Long-range missiles on Crimea by Ukraine has been reported
Strong explosions have been reported on various military locations of the Russian army in the peninsula.
Recent US/NATO surveillance over the Black Sea was a big success for Ukraine!… pic.twitter.com/M3XBTvGFzv
— Jack Straw (@JackStr42679640) May 24, 2024
Crimea’s annexation by Russia in 2014, deemed illegitimate by most international actors, continues to be a point of contention, with Russia maintaining its claim over the region.
In related developments, the European Union implemented its 14th set of sanctions against Russia due to its ongoing aggression in Ukraine. This latest round prohibits the transshipment of Russian liquefied natural gas through EU countries and targets 116 individuals and entities with additional restrictions aimed at preventing sanction evasion.
During a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba highlighted the critical nature of the sanctions in crippling Russia’s war-funding capabilities and called for accelerated military support, particularly in air defense, to combat Russian aggression.
🚨🇷🇺🇺🇦 Ukraine use US ATACMS Missiles to target Crimea Beach killing several civilians including children
Major Escalation ‼️
Russian Minister of Defence:-
“Flight missions for American ATACMS missiles are programmed by American specialists using US Satellite Intel Data”… pic.twitter.com/eJkBg643iO
— Concerned Citizen (@BGatesIsaPyscho) June 23, 2024
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, speaking in Luxembourg, echoed the urgent need for increased support for Ukraine. He contrasted the diplomatic efforts showcased at a recent peace conference in Switzerland with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attempts to garner additional military support, indicating a preparation for prolonged conflict.
Furthermore, a Russian missile strike targeted Odesa, a strategic southern Ukrainian city, resulting in injuries and damage to civilian infrastructure. The strike involved two cruise missiles, one of which was intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses. Meanwhile, Russia reported intercepting four Ukrainian drones over the Rostov region, causing debris to fall on an industrial site without resulting in casualties.
Major Points
- Russia announced plans to retalitate against the U.S. for a missile strike on Russian-occupied Crimea, attributing the attack to U.S.-supplied missiles.
- The strike reportedly used the Army Tactical Missile System, causing four deaths and injuring 150 people.
- The U.S. recently authorized Ukraine to use advanced missiles on Russian territory for defensive purposes, amidst ongoing caution from Western countries about escalating the conflict.
- The European Union imposed its 14th round of sanctions against Russia, including measures to prevent the transshipment of Russian liquefied natural gas through EU countries and targeting additional entities to enforce existing sanctions.
- A recent Russian missile attack on Odesa resulted in injuries and damage, while Ukraine’s air defenses managed to intercept one of the cruise missiles used in the attack.
TL Holcomb – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
