Ukraine has accused Russia of using an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) for the first time in the war. If true, this would mark the first instance of ICBM use on an active battlefield. However, Western officials are skeptical of Ukraine's claims, and Russia has not commented on the matter. What is really happening? Is Ukraine exaggerating? Is Ukraine Trying to Provoke a War Between the U.S. and Russia?

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After Kyiv claimed that Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday (Nov. 21), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the speed and altitude of the missile fired at Ukraine's Dnipro by Russia indicated it was an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) but “examinations are now underway.

After Kyiv claimed that Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday (Nov. 21), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the speed and altitude of the missile fired at Ukraine's Dnipro by Russia indicated it was an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) but “examinations are now underway.” Meanwhile, as the West Asia crisis intensifies, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant for crimes against humanity and war crimes. Click on the headlines to read more Speed, altitude of missile under ‘examination’ as West shoots down Zelensky’s ICBM claim Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday (Nov 21) the speed and altitude of a missile fired at Ukraine's Dnipro by Russia indicated it was an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) but “examinations are now under way.” ICC issues arrest warrants against Israeli PM Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leader over war crimes The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on Thursday (Nov. 21) for crimes against humanity and war crimes as the West Asia crisis continues. At least 42 killed in attack on passenger vehicles in Pakistan's Kurram district At least 42 people were killed on Thursday (Nov. 21) after gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in the Kurram district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Kenya president orders cancellation of airport, power deals with Adani group after US indictment Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday he had ordered the cancellation of a procurement process that had been expected to award control of the country's main airport to India's Adani Group after its founder was indicted in the United States. Stuck on 'X': COP29 fails to set climate finance goal as summit enters final hours The United Nations climate body released a new draft on Thursday (Nov. 21), outlining potential options for the COP29 summit's main objective, which is deciding how much financial support wealthier nations should provide to poorer countries for fighting climate change. However, progress has been slow at the talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, as delegates near the summit's scheduled conclusion on Friday. ‘No place for Russian, Chinese sympathiser,’ Nikki Haley blasts Trump's DNI pick Tulsi Gabbard Former US envoy to the United Nations Nikki Haley opened a front against incoming intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard Wednesday (Nov. 20), accusing her of being a Russian and Chinese sympathiser. Speaking on her SiriusXM show, Nikki Haley Live, Haley blasted President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) over her remarks about the Russia-Ukraine war. If Adani is accused of bribes in India, why is he being charged in US? What SEC parallel probe says Gautam Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, and several executives of Indian firms Adani Green Energy and Azure Power have been charged in the US over an alleged bribery scheme. What is ‘Sheesh Mahal’ row? BJP stages protest outside Arvind Kejriwal’s residence Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and workers are staging a massive protest outside Arvind Kejriwal’s residence at Feroz Shah Road for the extravagant renovation of the Aam Aadmi Party leader’s earlier official bungalow, which they have termed as “Sheesh Mahal”. BGT 2024/25: The Big Series, Australia vs India - Perth Test match preview and result prediction The time has come for the talks to end and action to begin. After countless days of buildup to the marquee Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) between India and Australia, the first Test will get underway at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Friday (Nov 22). With stakes at an all-time high, considering the spot in the WTC Final on the line, this five-match series promises to be a blockbuster. Here is the match preview of the first Test between India and Australia. Hanumankind to perform at Coachella 2025, to become second Indian artist after Diljit to grace event After a meteoric rise to fame, Indian rapper Hanumankind is set to add another shining feather to his cap as he's set to perform at the prestigious Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

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Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova received a call from “higher-ups” while speaking at a live press briefing on Thursday (Nov. 21), and was asked not to comment on reports of Russia firing a ballistic missile at Ukraine, according to a viral video.&nbsp;

Earlier on Thursday (Nov. 21), Ukraine claimed&nbsp;that Russia had launched an intercontinental ballistic missile from its southern Astrakhan region.

During the live briefing, Zakharova was allegedly instructed by someone on the phone call not to comment at all.&nbsp;

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An unknown male voice was heard in the video, who addressed Zakharova as "Masha" and advised her not to comment on that.&nbsp;

“On the 'Yuzhmash' ballistic missile strike that the Westerners have started talking about, we are not commenting at all," he said.

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When Russian state news agencies asked her about the conversation she had on the phone call, Zakharova said that while preparing for the briefing she had asked experts for some clarification on certain issues according to standard practice.&nbsp;

"The answer came during the briefing - the foreign ministry does not comment. So there is no intrigue," RIA state news agency reported, quoting Zakharova.&nbsp;

On Thursday, after Kyiv said&nbsp;that Russia launched the missile, the&nbsp;claim was refuted by a Western official.&nbsp;

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“It was instead a ballistic missile, which was aimed at Dnipro, in Ukraine’s southeast," the Western official was quoted as saying by ABC News.

Intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) are missiles that can travel a long range of over 5,500 km (3,418 miles), which means they can strike targets virtually anywhere in the world. These missiles can carry conventional weapons as well as nuclear warheads.

Kyiv also said that this is the first time Moscow has fired an ICBM as the war has intensified, now marking its 1000th day on Wednesday.&nbsp;

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Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova received a call from “higher-ups” while speaking at a live press briefing on Thursday (Nov. 21), and was asked not to comment on reports of Russia firing a ballistic missile at Ukraine, according to a viral video.

Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova received a call from “higher-ups” while speaking at a live press briefing on Thursday (Nov. 21), and was asked not to comment on reports of Russia firing a ballistic missile at Ukraine, according to a viral video. Earlier on Thursday (Nov. 21), Ukraine claimed that Russia had launched an intercontinental ballistic missile from its southern Astrakhan region. During the live briefing, Zakharova was allegedly instructed by someone on the phone call not to comment at all. Also read: Speed, altitude of missile under ‘examination’ as West shoots down Zelensky’s ICBM claim An unknown male voice was heard in the video, who addressed Zakharova as "Masha" and advised her not to comment on that. “On the 'Yuzhmash' ballistic missile strike that the Westerners have started talking about, we are not commenting at all," he said. In a theatrical presentation likely designed to strike fear into the hearts of naive western politicians, in effort to tie Putin himself to last night's intercontinental missile strike on Ukraine, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova allegedly receives a call… pic.twitter.com/hYUGSgWLZt — KyivPost (@KyivPost) November 21, 2024 × WION could not verify the authenticity of the video and audio. Russia has not commented on this clip or addressed Ukraine's claims yet. When Russian state news agencies asked her about the conversation she had on the phone call, Zakharova said that while preparing for the briefing she had asked experts for some clarification on certain issues according to standard practice. "The answer came during the briefing - the foreign ministry does not comment. So there is no intrigue," RIA state news agency reported, quoting Zakharova. On Thursday, after Kyiv said that Russia launched the missile, the claim was refuted by a Western official. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Reportedly Strikes Russia With US-Made Ballistic Missiles | WION Originals × “It was instead a ballistic missile, which was aimed at Dnipro, in Ukraine’s southeast," the Western official was quoted as saying by ABC News. Intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) are missiles that can travel a long range of over 5,500 km (3,418 miles), which means they can strike targets virtually anywhere in the world. These missiles can carry conventional weapons as well as nuclear warheads. Kyiv also said that this is the first time Moscow has fired an ICBM as the war has intensified, now marking its 1000th day on Wednesday. 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)

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The United States and several European countries closed their embassies in Kyiv on Wednesday due to fears of a massive Russian rocket attack. Also, US citizens in Ukraine are warned of air raids and told to take precautions. Watch this report for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: West Shuts Down Embassies in Kyiv Amid Fears of 'Massive Air Attack'

Ukraine on Wednesday called on its Western allies not to fuel tension in the country, after a string of embassies in Kyiv announced they would close, citing the threat of a "massive air attack" on the capital.

Ukraine on Wednesday called on its Western allies not to fuel tension in the country, after a string of embassies in Kyiv announced they would close, citing the threat of a "massive air attack" on the capital. The warnings of fresh strikes come as Moscow looks to retaliate against Ukraine for firing US-supplied long-range missiles on Russian territory for the first time and with the Kremlin accusing outgoing US President Joe Biden of dragging out the war. Russia has already ramped up a wave of deadly missile strikes in recent days, targeting residential areas and Ukraine's energy grid. Air alerts blare out across the country daily. The United States led the wave of closures, saying it was shutting its Kyiv office to the public after having received "specific information of a potential significant air attack" on Wednesday. It did not provide further details. Greece, Hungary, Italy, and Spain -- all NATO members -- followed suit, announcing the closures of their diplomatic premises in the capital. Ukrainian officials criticised the rare move and called on its allies not to spread yet more fear among Ukrainian society. Also read: Italy, Spain, Greece close embassies in Kyiv after US; Kremlin rejects ‘freeze’ on Ukraine war 'Psychological operation' Kyiv said the "information" the US was referring to looked to be a "psychological operation" launched by Moscow in a bid to destabilise the country. "We remind you that the threat of strikes by the aggressor state has unfortunately been a daily reality for Ukrainians for over 1,000 days," Ukraine's foreign ministry said in a statement on social media. The GUR military intelligence directorate said a "fake" message was being spread on social media, purporting to be a warning from them over a massive bomb attack on Kyiv. "A terrorist country is conducting a massive information and psychological attack against Ukraine," it said in a statement. Nerves are already frayed in Kyiv after almost three years of war, and Trump's victory in the US presidential election has injected fresh uncertainty. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Accuses West of Provocation × The Republican has repeatedly criticised US support for Ukraine and claimed he could broker a ceasefire within hours -- comments that have triggered fears in Kyiv and Europe about Ukraine's ability to withstand the Russian attacks without American support. Both Ukraine and Russia are jockeying for the upper hand on the battlefield before he re-enters the White House in January. Russia on Wednesday accused Biden of prolonging the war by stepping up weapons deliveries to Kyiv in his final weeks in office. "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," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. Peskov was responding to the US saying it would soon provide Ukraine with antipersonnel land mines. 'Big mistake' World leaders have taken note of the step-up in American support for Kyiv. Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, a NATO ally of the US, said Wednesday the decision to allow Kyiv to use the powerful long-range missiles was a "big mistake." "This step by Biden will not only escalate the conflict but will lead to a greater reaction from Russia," Ergodan, who sees himself as a possible mediator, told journalists. Moscow has struck a defiant tone, pledging retribution and continuing its advance on the front lines. Its forces claimed Wednesday to have captured the town of Illinka, close to the strategic hub of Kurakhove in the eastern Donetsk region. The Kremlin also rejected as "absurd" and "laughable" suggestions it was involved in the cutting of two telecommunications cables running under the Baltic Sea. European officials have said they suspect "sabotage" and "hybrid warfare" linked to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Despite increased rumblings of possible talks to end the conflict, there is no sign of Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky being anywhere close to converging on a possible deal. Zelensky, who warned Tuesday Ukraine would lose the war if Washington pulled funding, has ruled out ceding territory in exchange for peace. Putin has demanded Ukraine's troops abandon four regions in its south and east as a precondition to ceasefire talks. Both have rejected a temporary pause in combat or freezing of the conflict along the current front lines. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Ukraine calls on Western allies not to fuel tension in country after embassies closure

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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;

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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.

Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Vows Response After Kyiv Fires ATACMS

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;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-strikes-russia-with-us-made-long-range-missiles-for-first-time-report-777398">Also read:&nbsp;Russia claims Ukraine fired six US-made long range missiles after Biden admin gave nod for use</a>

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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Russia warned that it would respond accordingly after Ukraine fired long-range US missiles into Russian territory for the first time, and as President Vladimir Putin issued a nuclear threat on the thousandth day of the war by lowering the threshold for using such weapons.

Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Vows Response After Kyiv Fires ATACMS Missiles

Russia will do everything possible to prevent the breakout of nuclear war: Lavrov. Lavrov told reporters in Rio de Janeiro that nuclear weapons would act as a deterrent to nuclear war. President Vladimir Putin lowered the threshold for Russian use of nuclear weapons in a new policy document. Moscow said that Ukraine had fired U.S.-made ATACMS missiles into western Russia. Watch in for more details!

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