Ukraine fires first US-made missile into Russia: WW3 fears as Kremlin threatens 'nuclear response' if long-range Western weapons are used on its territory

By Free Republic | Created at 2024-11-19 14:11:21 | Updated at 2024-11-24 03:36:13 4 days ago

Ukraine fires first US-made missile into Russia: WW3 fears as Kremlin threatens 'nuclear response' if long-range Western weapons are used on its territory
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Posted on 11/19/2024 6:08:29 AM PST by TigerClaws

Ukraine has carried out its first strike on Russian territory with US-supplied long-range missiles just days after the Biden administration gave Kyiv the green light despite fears it could escalate the conflict beyond control.

A fiery explosion at an ammunition depot in Karachev around 75 miles from the Ukrainian border in Russia's Bryansk region lit up the night sky early this morning on what is the 1,000th day of war in Ukraine.

Eyewitnesses along with Russian and Ukrainian military bloggers first reported the attack, with anonymous Ukrainian military officials later telling RBC Ukraine the strike was conducted with the US-manufactured ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System)

Kyiv is yet to officially confirm the ATACMS strike, but Russia's Defence Ministry claimed they shot down five missiles. A sixth missile was damaged but ultimately landed on the military facility, it said.

The reports emerged within minutes of the Kremlin threatening a 'nuclear response' should Ukraine hit targets on Russian soil with Western-supplied long-range munitions.

'The Russian Federation reserves the right to use nuclear weapons in the event of aggression against it with the use of conventional weapons,' Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov told reporters in Russia this morning.

His statement followed Vladimir Putin's approval of an updated nuclear doctrine that allows his strategic forces to deploy nuclear weapons if Russian or Belarusian territory is threatened by a non-nuclear nation supported by a nuclear power.

Threats that could make Russia's leadership consider a nuclear strike include an attack with conventional missiles, drones or other aircraft, according to the updated document.

A Ukrainian strike on Russian territory with US-supplied missiles meets these criteria, raising fears that Moscow may now consider a dramatic escalation in the conflict.

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They stop Trump by starting WW3?

1 posted on 11/19/2024 6:08:29 AM PST by TigerClaws

To: TigerClaws

Russia put out a list of U.S. targets.

Anyone here live close?

🚨 Vladimir Putin’s nuclear targets mapped: The 14 US locations in Russia’s crosshairs 🚨

Putin claimed that his new RS-28 Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile is ready for the Russian military to use.

Also known as the Satan-II, it measures 116 feet in length, weighs 220 tonnes, and reportedly has a range of a range of 6,200 to 11,180 miles.

The Pentagon

The Pentagon is perhaps the most obvious target. Located in Arlington, Virginia, it is the headquarters for the US Department of Defense.

Naval Station Norfolk

The US and the world’s largest Navy base, located in Norfolk, Virginia. It has the highest concentration of US Navy forces. Around 100,000 air operations are carried out here yearly, equivalent to almost 300 a day.

Comfort Suites Kings Bay Naval Base Area

Another clear target as it is the base of the United States Navy, located in Camden County, Georgia.

Barksdale Air Force Base

Barksdale is a United States Air Force Base in Bossier Parish, Louisiana. The base is home to the US’ 2nd Bomb Wing.

Whiteman Air Force Base

Located near Knob Noster, Missouri, the base is home to the US’ B-2 Spirit bomber - a heavy strategic bomber plane.

United States Strategic Command

Another potential key target for the Russians. It is responsible for the US’ nuclear deterrence and cyber defense among other key roles.

VLF Array Lualualei

A facility in Lualualei, Hawaii, that communicates military orders to submarines underwater.

Kirtland Air Force Base

Home to the Air Force Materiel Command’s Nuclear Weapons Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

21st Force Support Squadron

This is the US’ Space Force unit based at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado.

Warren Air Force Base

An Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and one of three strategic-missile bases.

Minot Air Force Base

Based in Minot, North Dakota, it is home to the US’ 5th Bomb Wing. The force is used to maintain and operate B-52H bombers.

Hill Air Force Base

Home of the Air Force Materiel Command, housing a variety of missiles, aircraft, and other military technology. Located in Davis County, Utah

Malmstrom Air Force Base

Located in Cascade County, Montana, and home of the 341st Missile Wing - an intercontinental missile unit.

Naval Radio Station Jim Creek

Primarily responsible for one-way communications to submarines, based near Oso, Washington.
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2 posted on 11/19/2024 6:09:55 AM PST by TigerClaws

To: TigerClaws

Biden’s November surprise - WWIII.

3 posted on 11/19/2024 6:10:52 AM PST by anton

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