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There have been reports that Ukraine has launched the Stormshadow missile, supported by Britain, into mainland Russia for the first time, following the US ATACMS missile.
Meanwhile, there are rumors of an imminent large-scale Russian counterattack, and tensions are rising in Kieu, with an air raid warning being issued at one point.
Correspondent Jo Soo-hyeon reports from London.
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The day after Ukraine first attacked mainland Russia with the U.S. surface-to-surface ballistic missile ATACMS.
It was reported that Storm Shadow, an air-to-ground cruise missile supported by the UK, was also launched into mainland Russia for the first time.
The British daily Telegraph reported that Storm Shadow fragments were discovered in the village of Marino in the Kursk region of Russia, where North Korean troops were deployed, on the afternoon of the 20th local time.
The British government is said to have followed the United States in approving the use of Storm Shadow in response to North Korea’s deployment of troops to Russia.
[제임스 닉시 / 영국 왕립국제문제연구소 국장 : 우크라이나에 필요한 건 미사일의 질이나 사거리보다는 많은 양입니다. (미국과 영국이 제공한) 미사일의 사거리는 둘 다 러시아 내 기반시설들을 타격하기에 충분합니다.]
However, the Ukrainian government did not confirm whether the launch was launched, only saying that it was using all available means to defend itself.
Also, regarding the rumor of an imminent Russian missile strike, he claimed that Russia was trying to carry out psychological warfare by spreading false information.
Previously, the United States closed its embassy and evacuated its staff, saying it had confirmed specific information that a large-scale airstrike was imminent.
Other Western embassies, including Spain and Italy, also issued temporary evacuation orders, and our embassy also asked Korean residents to be careful about their safety.
At one point, an air raid warning was issued in Kiev and other parts of Ukraine.
U.S. President Biden lifted restrictions on the use of long-range missiles in Ukraine and now also allows the use of anti-personnel mines.
Russia, which fought back with the nuclear card, criticized the Biden administration for doing everything it can to drag out the war in Ukraine.
As President Biden continues to lift taboos on Ukraine at the end of his term, Russia is expected to strengthen its offensive in all directions.
This is Jo Soo-hyun from YTN in London.
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What are the potential ramifications of Ukraine’s missile attacks on regional security in Eastern Europe and beyond?
Welcome to our live interview today! Our first guest is James Nickes, the Director of the Royal Institute of International Affairs in the UK. And joining us from Washington DC is Anne Johnson, a foreign policy analyst with extensive experience in Eastern Europe.
[Guest Introductions]
Thank you both for joining us. Our first topic today is regarding the recent development in Ukraine’s missile attacks against Russia. According to news reports, Ukraine has launched the Stormshadow missile into mainland Russia for the first time, following the U.S. ATACMS missile. Can you please share your perspectives on this significant event?
[Theme 1: Missile Attacks by Ukraine]
James, can you elaborate on the capabilities of the Stormshadow missile and its significance in the current situation? Moreover, given the British government’s approval for its use, how do you see this escalation impacting the conflict?
And Anne, how do you assess the effectiveness of these missile attacks on Russia’s military infrastructure? What implications do you foresee for future Ukrainian operations, considering the range and precision of these missiles?
[Theme 2: Russian Counterattack]
There have also been rumors of an imminent large-scale Russian counterattack. Can you comment on the likelihood of such an assault, and what strategies they might employ? How concerned are the Western allies about this potential threat?
[Theme 3: Western Support]
The US announced lifting restrictions on the use of long-range missiles and allowing the use of anti-personnel mines in Ukraine. What are the possible implications of these measures on the outcome of the war? Furthermore, how has the coalition of Western powers been responding to Russia’s nuclear threats and attacks on civilian infrastructure?
[Theme 4: War Escalation]
Lastly, we would love to get your views on the long-term impact of the war on global stability and relations between Russia and Western powers. How do you assess the likelihood of a diplomatic resolution, given the ongoing conflict and escalation in the use of force?
many analysts suggest that this war could be protracted. What advice would you give to the international community to help alleviate the humanitarian crisis and find
