Lockheed-Martin missiles fired by Ukrainian forces damaged a radar complex near Yevpatoria in Crimea, despite Russian air defenses. Ukrainian ATACMS missiles punched through defense systems and hit an air defense installation in Crimea. The NIP-16 Space Tracking and Deep Space Communications Center was targeted, causing major fires and damage.
Ukrainian media reported missiles hitting a Russian troop base near villages in Crimea. A second wave of missiles struck the major Russian military base in Sevastopol, home to the Black Sea Fleet. The use of S-500 missiles in the defense network was confirmed.
Amidst casualties, Russian claims of intercepted ballistic missiles were refuted. Falling debris and damage from failed intercept attempts were reported. Ukrainian forces have targeted Russian air defenses in Crimea with ATACMS missiles, affecting S-400 and S-300 launchers. The deployment of the S-500 Prometheus system by Russia marks an escalation in the conflict.
Recent attacks have highlighted Russian vulnerabilities and concerns over US reconnaissance drones collecting intelligence. The confirmation of ATACMS missiles breaching Russian defenses indicates a shift in the military dynamics in Crimea.