Russia's Hypersonic Missile Attack on Ukraine
NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia's hypersonic missile attack; Putin warns of retaliation for Western weapons supplied to Ukraine; Czech Republic pledges support for Ukrainian air defense; Russian strike on military facility in Dnipro; dark humor on social media about the missile's name, Oreshnik.
Key Points
- Putin warns of retaliation for Western-supplied weapons to Ukraine
- Ukraine's parliament cancels session due to security concerns
- Czech Republic supports Ukraine with additional air defense systems
- Russian strikes on military facilities in Dnipro and Sumy
Pros
- Emergency talks between NATO and Ukraine may lead to increased support for Ukraine
- Czech Republic's pledge to provide additional air defense systems to protect Ukrainian civilians
- No fatalities reported in the missile attack on the military facility in Dnipro
Cons
- Escalation of conflict between Russia and Ukraine
- Threats of further retaliatory actions from Russia
- Civilian casualties in the missile strikes