Kyiv launches significant overnight aerial attack in ongoing battle for control of Kharkiv town in Russia Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a strong message to the West as he was sworn in for his fifth term in office amidst escalating tensions with Ukraine. The situation took a dramatic turn as Ukraine launched a major aerial attack on the Russian-held port city of Sevastopol in Crimea, as well as several other Russian regions.

The assault, which spanned across Crimea, Belgorod, Kursk, and Bryansk, reportedly involved US-provided long-range ATACMS missiles, according to the Russian defense ministry. Russia claimed to have averted the attack, stating that at least 10 ATACMS missiles and 17 attack drones were used by Ukraine.

The chief of Ukraine’s military intelligence agency warned of a new frontline emerging in northeastern Ukraine, with Russian troops advancing towards Kharkiv. General Kyrylo Budanov emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that Moscow’s assault was intended to exhaust Kyiv’s thin reserves along the frontline.

Reports indicated that up to 30,000 Russian troops were involved in the attack, with Kyiv’s security council issuing a warning about the unexpected targeting of the region. The escalating conflict has raised concerns about the potential for further violence and instability in the region.

As tensions continue to rise, the world watches closely to see how the situation will unfold and what actions will be taken to address the escalating crisis between Russia and Ukraine. Putin’s message to the West serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing geopolitical tensions and the potential for further conflict in the region.