Ukraine has fired UK-made missiles into Russia for the first time, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The missile strikes targeted Russian positions, signaling deeper military cooperation between Ukraine and the West. This development is expected to intensify tensions in the region.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Fires UK-Made Missiles Into Russia For The First Time

Ukraine fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20). The residents in the village of Marino, Kursk, found fragments from a Storm Shadow missile.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, in India, Maharashtra went to polls on November 20, with around 58 per cent of voters casting their ballots by 5 pm. ZEENIA, the AI anchor of Zee network, revealed exit polls for Maharashtra state Wednesday evening, predicting a close contest between the two rival blocs.

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Ukraine fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20). The residents in the village of Marino, Kursk, found fragments from a Storm Shadow missile.

Ukraine fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20). The residents in the village of Marino, Kursk, found fragments from a Storm Shadow missile. Meanwhile, in India, Maharashtra went to polls on November 20, with around 58 per cent of voters casting their ballots by 5 pm. ZEENIA, the AI anchor of Zee network, revealed exit polls for Maharashtra state Wednesday evening, predicting a close contest between the two rival blocs. Click on the headlines to read more Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia for the first time Ukrainian armed forces fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20). This comes after US President Joe Biden's administration permitted Ukraine to use US-made long-range missiles to target inside Russia. Exit polls: Close contest between Mahayuti, MVA in Maharashtra, neck-to-neck fight in Jharkhand The Western Indian state of Maharashtra went to polls on November 20, with around 58 per cent of voters casting their ballots by 5 pm. The contest in Maharashtra is between the ruling Mahayuti alliance, which comprises Shiv Sena, NCP, and BJP, and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), including Shiv Sena-UBT, NCPSP, and Congress, alongside some regional parties. Italy, Spain, Greece close embassies in Kyiv after US; Kremlin rejects ‘freeze’ on Ukraine war Italy, Spain, and Greece on Wednesday (Nov. 20) shut down their embassies in Kyiv following a similar move by the US earlier in the day. The US embassy had warned of a potential significant air attack, citing "specific information". 'Move from disengagement to de-escalation...,' Indian defence minister tells Chinese counterpart Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun Wednesday (Nov. 20) in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Singh is visiting the Southeast Asian nation to attend the 11th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM Plus). Israel-Hamas war: US blocks UN push calling for ceasefire in Gaza The United States on Wednesday vetoed a UN Security Council push to call for a ceasefire in Gaza that Washington said would have emboldened Hamas. Elon Musk to be summoned by UK MPs over X's role in UK riots United Kingdom MPs will summon SpaceX founder Elon Musk before a parliamentary inquiry for involvement in the UK riots and the rise of false and harmful AI content, the Guardian reported. Africa my Janmabhoomi, India now my Karmabhoomi, says new South African envoy Anil Sooklal South Africa's new high commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, has said his mandate in India will be to "build on that very strong foundation" and to "expand exponentially this relationship on all fronts of cooperation". Sooklal, who is South Africa's first Indian-origin High Commissioner to Delhi, speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal said, "I'm very blessed because I'm African, in the sense that my Janmabhoomi is Africa, and now my Karmabhoomi is India. So I am a blend of both African and Indian in one package. I'm proud of both identities." Delhi Air Pollution: 50% government employees switch to work from home as AQI hits 526 Amid deteriorating air quality in the national capital, Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced on Wednesday that 50 per cent of the state government employees would work from home. BGT 2024-25: From Monkeygate to Siraj facing racism - Top controversies from India vs Australia Tests Australia have always been a 'in your face' kind of team with an aggressive style of play and sledging as well. The crowd, especially in Sydney, isn't forgiving as well, which makes it harder for the visiting teams. Their rivalry against India is well documented, and with India also now a team that gives back as much as it gets, many sour incidents have taken place between two teams. Liam Payne's funeral: One Direction stars bid a final goodbye to their former bandmate Family and friends of One Direction star Liam Payne, who died last month after falling from a Buenos Aires hotel room, gathered for his funeral in Britain on Wednesday.

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Russia warned on Tuesday that it would respond accordingly after Ukraine fired long-range US missiles into Russian territory for the first time, and this as President Vladimir Putin issued a nuclear threat on the thousandth day of the war by lowering the threshold for using such weapons.

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Ukrainian armed forces fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20).&nbsp;

The residents in the village of Marino, Kursk, found fragments from a Storm Shadow missile, reported the Telegraph.&nbsp;

This comes after US President Joe Biden administration permitted Ukraine to use US-made long-range missiles to target inside Russia.&nbsp;

Earlier, Russia also launched a counteroffensive in Kursk, which was invaded by Ukrainian troops in August.&nbsp;

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Earlier, the Ukrainian armed forces carried out their first strike in a border region within Russian territory with an Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missile.&nbsp;

The Russian defence ministry had claimed that Kyiv fired six US-made ATACMS at Russia’s Bryansk region, adding that five of these missiles were downed and the sixth was damaged.&nbsp;

<h2>How do Storm Shadow missiles work?</h2>

Storm Shadow missile is an Anglo-French cruise missile with a maximum range of around 155 miles (250 km). It carries a bunker-busting warhead and flies low and fast to evade air defences.

After launch, the weapon, equipped with its navigation system, descends to a low altitude to avoid detection before locking on to its target using an infra-red seeker.&nbsp;

On the final approach, it climbs to a higher altitude to maximise the chances of hitting the target.&nbsp;

Moreover, it travels at speeds of more than 600 mph, is just over five metres long, and has a wingspan of three metres.

Till now, Storm Shadow missiles have been used by Ukraine inside its territory for some time. However, now, Ukraine has been given a green flag for using long-range missiles inside Russia.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

(With inputs from agencies)

Ukrainian armed forces fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20). The residents in the village of Marino, Kursk, found fragments from a Storm Shadow missile, reported the Telegraph.

Ukrainian armed forces fired British-made Storm Shadow long-range missiles inside Russia for the first time on Wednesday (Nov. 20). The residents in the village of Marino, Kursk, found fragments from a Storm Shadow missile, reported the Telegraph. This comes after US President Joe Biden administration permitted Ukraine to use US-made long-range missiles to target inside Russia. Earlier, Russia also launched a counteroffensive in Kursk, which was invaded by Ukrainian troops in August. Also read: Russia claims Ukraine fired six US-made long range missiles after Biden admin gave nod for use Earlier, the Ukrainian armed forces carried out their first strike in a border region within Russian territory with an Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missile. The Russian defence ministry had claimed that Kyiv fired six US-made ATACMS at Russia’s Bryansk region, adding that five of these missiles were downed and the sixth was damaged. How do Storm Shadow missiles work? Storm Shadow missile is an Anglo-French cruise missile with a maximum range of around 155 miles (250 km). It carries a bunker-busting warhead and flies low and fast to evade air defences. After launch, the weapon, equipped with its navigation system, descends to a low altitude to avoid detection before locking on to its target using an infra-red seeker. On the final approach, it climbs to a higher altitude to maximise the chances of hitting the target. Moreover, it travels at speeds of more than 600 mph, is just over five metres long, and has a wingspan of three metres. Till now, Storm Shadow missiles have been used by Ukraine inside its territory for some time. However, now, Ukraine has been given a green flag for using long-range missiles inside Russia. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles at Russia for the first time

Russia has warned that Ukraine's recent use of ATACMS missiles marks a "new phase" in the ongoing war. The missile strike, which targeted Russian positions, is seen as a significant escalation in the conflict, with Russia signaling potential intensified military responses.

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Italy, Spain, and Greece on Wednesday (Nov. 20) shut down their embassies in Kyiv following a similar move by the US earlier in the day.&nbsp;The US embassy had warned&nbsp;of a potential significant air attack, citing "specific information".

Meanwhile, the Kremlin has&nbsp;announced that a “freeze” of the conflict along the existing frontlines is not acceptable to Moscow, an indication that Russia was willing to continue the war as Ukraine continues to occupy parts of its Kursk Oblast.

During a press conference, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov also accused the Joe Biden administration in the US of adding fuel to the fire, saying Washington, DC, was doing everything possible to continue the war.

"If you look at the trends of the outgoing US administration, they are fully committed to continuing the war in Ukraine and are doing everything they can to do so," he said.

Speaking of US approval to Ukraine for using long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia, Peskov said Russia was not alerted beforehand by Western officials.

<h2>Biden administration steps up weapons delivery to Ukraine</h2>

Earlier, it was reported that Biden has authorised the transfer of anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine. As per a Washington Post report citing unnamed US officials, the land mines are described as "nonpersistent", which means they are designed to self-destruct or deactivate within a set timeframe to minimise risks to civilians.

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The US has, however, sought a promise from Kyiv that the landmines will only be used within Ukrainian territories.

<h2>Moscow denies role in Baltic sea cable sabotage</h2>

The Kremlin also rubbished allegations that Russia was behind the cutting of telecommunications cables running under the Baltic Sea. One undersea cable was cut between Lithuania and Sweden on Sunday (Nov. 17) morning, prompting European officials to raise concerns over alleged Russian hybrid warfare. Another cable linking Finland and Germany was also disrupted, according to telecommunication companies.

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"It's quite absurd to keep blaming Russia for everything without any grounds. It is laughable in the context of the lack of any reaction to Ukraine's sabotage activities in the Baltic Sea," Peskov said.

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Italy, Spain, and Greece on Wednesday (Nov. 20) shut down their embassies in Kyiv following a similar move by the US earlier in the day. The US embassy had warned of a potential significant air attack, citing "specific information".

Italy, Spain, and Greece on Wednesday (Nov. 20) shut down their embassies in Kyiv following a similar move by the US earlier in the day. The US embassy had warned of a potential significant air attack, citing "specific information". Meanwhile, the Kremlin has announced that a “freeze” of the conflict along the existing frontlines is not acceptable to Moscow, an indication that Russia was willing to continue the war as Ukraine continues to occupy parts of its Kursk Oblast. During a press conference, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov also accused the Joe Biden administration in the US of adding fuel to the fire, saying Washington, DC, was doing everything possible to continue the war. "If you look at the trends of the outgoing US administration, they are fully committed to continuing the war in Ukraine and are doing everything they can to do so," he said. Speaking of US approval to Ukraine for using long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia, Peskov said Russia was not alerted beforehand by Western officials. Biden administration steps up weapons delivery to Ukraine Earlier, it was reported that Biden has authorised the transfer of anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine. As per a Washington Post report citing unnamed US officials, the land mines are described as "nonpersistent", which means they are designed to self-destruct or deactivate within a set timeframe to minimise risks to civilians. Also read: Biden approves anti-personnel land mines for Ukraine amid escalating conflict with Russia: Report The US has, however, sought a promise from Kyiv that the landmines will only be used within Ukrainian territories. Moscow denies role in Baltic sea cable sabotage The Kremlin also rubbished allegations that Russia was behind the cutting of telecommunications cables running under the Baltic Sea. One undersea cable was cut between Lithuania and Sweden on Sunday (Nov. 17) morning, prompting European officials to raise concerns over alleged Russian hybrid warfare. Another cable linking Finland and Germany was also disrupted, according to telecommunication companies. Also read: 1,000 days of Russia and Ukraine war: Inside defence revolution as drones take over the battlefield "It's quite absurd to keep blaming Russia for everything without any grounds. It is laughable in the context of the lack of any reaction to Ukraine's sabotage activities in the Baltic Sea," Peskov said. (With inputs from agencies)

Italy, Spain, Greece close embassies in Kyiv after US; Kremlin rejects ‘freeze’ on Ukraine war

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Ukraine reportedly makes its first strike inside Russia with U.S.-made ATACMS ballistic missiles. Ukrainian Armed Forces source claims missile targeted military facility near Karachev in Russia. Missile was reportedly ‘successfully hit’. Karachev is located about 130 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. Earlier, Joe Biden authorised Ukraine to use long-range missiles to strike Russia. Watch to know more!

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Putin responds to Biden's missile approval with Moscow's nuclear doctrine. Putin approves changes in doctrine, new conditions set for Russia to use its arsenal. Attack from non-nuclear state, backed by nuclear power, to be treated as joint assault on Russia. Move follows US’ decision to allow Ukraine to fire long-range US missiles into Russia. Under changes, a large attack on Russia with missiles, drones could trigger nuclear response. Watch to know more!

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Moscow signaled to the West that it’s ready for a nuclear confrontation after Ukraine was given permission to attack Russian territory using US-made long-range missiles. Watch this report for more details!

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that Ukraine's use of ATACMS missiles marks an escalation by the West in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Lavrov criticized the U.S. for supplying the long-range missiles, warning that it could further intensify the conflict. The missile strikes are seen as a significant step in Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russian forces.

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ATACMS are supersonic ballistic missiles with a range of up to 300 kilometers. They can carry a warhead containing about 170 kilograms of explosives. Ukraine may use ATACMS to strike Russian military bases, infrastructure, ammunition storage. ATACMS may give Kyiv an advantage when Russia is gaining ground in the country's east. Watch to know more!

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Russia has claimed that Ukraine could not have launched ATACMS missile strikes without U.S. assistance, emphasizing the significant role of American support in Ukraine's military operations. The U.S. recently confirmed it had supplied Ukraine with the long-range missiles as part of its ongoing aid to bolster Ukraine's defense against Russia's invasion.

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Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Uses US Missiles Deep Inside Russia For First Time

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (Nov 19) urged Europe to "push Russia harder" as the Ukraine war marks its 1000th day.&nbsp;

Zelensky said that Ukraine will never give in to Russia's aggression.&nbsp;

"The more time he (Russian President Vladimir Putin) has, the worse the conditions become," the Ukrainian president told a special session of the European Parliament.&nbsp;

Tuesday marks the 1,000 days since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began on 24 February 2022. Zelensky warned that Putin "[would] not stop on his own" and urged that Russia be pushed towards a "just peace".

He added that the deployment of North Korean troops was a significant sign that Russia wanted to escalate the conflict.&nbsp;

"While some European leaders think about some elections, or something like this, at Ukraine's expense, Putin is focused on winning this war," he warned.

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"Ukraine will never submit to the occupiers, and the Russian military will be punished for violating international law," the Ukrainian foreign ministry said.

Meanwhile, Ukraine's military commander-in-chief wrote on Telegram that the country had faced 1,000 days of "extremely complex, fierce battle for our existence" and "destroying the enemy".

"In the frozen trenches of Donetsk region and in the burning steppes of Kherson region under shells, hail, and anti-aircraft guns - we are fighting for the right to life."

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This comes on the same day Ukraine fired six US-made long-range missiles inside Russian territory.&nbsp;

The Russian defence ministry said that Ukraine fired six US-made ATACMS at Russia’s Bryansk region. This comes after the United States President Joe Biden permitted Ukraine to use the US-supplied long-range missiles on Monday, to attack inside Russia.

Ukrainian forces fired six "ballistic missiles," the ministry said on its official Telegram page, adding that five of these missiles were downed and the sixth was damaged.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (Nov 19) urged Europe to "push Russia harder" as the Ukraine war marks its 1000th day. Zelensky said that Ukraine will never give in to Russia's aggression.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (Nov 19) urged Europe to "push Russia harder" as the Ukraine war marks its 1000th day. Zelensky said that Ukraine will never give in to Russia's aggression. "The more time he (Russian President Vladimir Putin) has, the worse the conditions become," the Ukrainian president told a special session of the European Parliament. Tuesday marks the 1,000 days since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began on 24 February 2022. Zelensky warned that Putin "[would] not stop on his own" and urged that Russia be pushed towards a "just peace". He added that the deployment of North Korean troops was a significant sign that Russia wanted to escalate the conflict. "While some European leaders think about some elections, or something like this, at Ukraine's expense, Putin is focused on winning this war," he warned. Also read: Russia claims Ukraine fired six US-made long range missiles after Biden admin gave nod for use "Ukraine will never submit to the occupiers, and the Russian military will be punished for violating international law," the Ukrainian foreign ministry said. Meanwhile, Ukraine's military commander-in-chief wrote on Telegram that the country had faced 1,000 days of "extremely complex, fierce battle for our existence" and "destroying the enemy". "In the frozen trenches of Donetsk region and in the burning steppes of Kherson region under shells, hail, and anti-aircraft guns - we are fighting for the right to life." Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: 1,000 Days of Death & Destruction in Ukraine × This comes on the same day Ukraine fired six US-made long-range missiles inside Russian territory. The Russian defence ministry said that Ukraine fired six US-made ATACMS at Russia’s Bryansk region. This comes after the United States President Joe Biden permitted Ukraine to use the US-supplied long-range missiles on Monday, to attack inside Russia. Ukrainian forces fired six "ballistic missiles," the ministry said on its official Telegram page, adding that five of these missiles were downed and the sixth was damaged. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Zelensky urges allies to 'push Russia harder' as war crosses 1000th day, warns Putin will not stop on his own

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