Ukrainian drone strike on Russian radar station sparks alarm in the West, damaging a facility crucial for Moscow's nuclear warning system. Experts are divided on the strategic implications of the strike, with some cautioning against targeting Russia's nuclear infrastructure.
Key Points
Strike damaged a crucial radar station monitoring airspace over Ukraine and Crimea
Experts divided on the strategic implications of the strike
Pressure building for the US to allow Ukraine to use Western weapons in cross-border strikes
Pros
Forced Russia to redeploy air defense systems
Sent a message that no Russian military site is untouchable
Cons
Risk of escalating tensions with Russia
Potential negative repercussions for Ukraine in terms of targeting restrictions