Ukraine War Update NEWS: Breaking News - Storm Shadow?
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"Whatever it is, it kind of doesn't really matter because it can, whatever it is, the Ukrainians are able to hit Luhansk."
Hello Team!
Jonathan provides a short update on recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine war, focusing on a significant event that took place today.
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Counterattacks around Bakhmut
- Continued localised Ukrainian counterattacks north and south of Bakhmut
- Ukrainians making breakthroughs, particularly north of Bakhmut
- Wagner map admitting Ukrainian advances
- Speculation of a potential route and quick Russian retreat
- Footage of panicked Russian behaviour
- Possibility of a capitulation of Russian forces around Bakhmut
Storm Shadow missile strike in Luhansk
- British Storm Shadow cruise missiles announced yesterday, already in place
- Footage of a significant strike in occupied Luhansk, 90-120km behind front lines
- At least one, possibly two missiles hit a Polypack factory building
- Factory totally destroyed, nearby buildings severely damaged
- Firefighters contained the fire to the factory complex
- Contrails indicate a ballistic missile, possibly Tochka, rather than Storm Shadow
- Russian bloggers speculate British long-range missiles tested on Luhansk
- Son of Russian Defence Minister Shoigu was in Luhansk but reported to be okay
Significance of the Luhansk strike
- ADM-160B MALD decoy missiles reportedly used alongside the strike to confuse Russian air defences
- MALD is a US-developed missile for saturation and disruption of air defences
- Presence of MALD in Ukraine arsenal is significant, part of US SEAD tools
- Uncertainty over the type of missile used (Storm Shadow, GLSDB, or indigenous) adds to the strike's impact
- Luhansk considered a sanctuary area for Russians, with significant military presence
- Strike forces Russians to rethink their logistics setup
- Hugely significant event, alongside potential Russian capitulation in Bakhmut
Wrap up
Jonathan emphasises the significance of the strike, regardless of the specific missile used. He will provide more information in his news piece tomorrow as the situation develops. He thanks viewers and encourages them to like, subscribe, and share the video.
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