In a secretive covert operation, the United States recently delivered new long-range missiles to Ukraine. These missiles, known as the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), were used by the Ukrainian army for attacks on Russian opponents earlier in the week. President Joe Biden had approved the delivery of over 100 of these longer-range missiles in February, but the operation was kept secret to prevent the Russian army from preparing for attacks from greater distances.
The new missiles were deployed for the first time in an attack on Russian troops in Berdiansk and then again on a military airport in Dzhankoi, Crimea. Social media images showed successful strikes, with ammunition supplies still on fire hours after the attacks. Information about the missile deliveries to Ukraine was not widely publicized, possibly to maintain the element of surprise.
The use of these longer-range missiles signifies a shift in tactics for the Ukrainian army and could impact the ongoing conflict in the region. The exact implications of these missile deliveries on the dynamics of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia remain to be seen. However, it is clear that this move has added a new dimension to Ukraine’s defense capabilities and could potentially change the course of events on the ground.
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