This is the first time Russia has used its so-called Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile in combat. The launch also serves as a warning to the West.

Tit-for-tat moves this week included the use of American-made ballistic missiles to strike inside Russia, and new nuclear threats from Moscow. Neither appear to have influenced the war on the ground.

Russia launched a new non-nuclear ballistic missile with medium range on Ukraine’s Dnipro region on Thursday, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin said in a televised statement, marking another significant escalation in the 1,

A swarm of explosive drones bound for Kyiv and other targets interrupted a weeks-long lull in the Ukrainian capital, adding to its darkening mood.

Ukrainian authorities said that at least 19 people were injured and 41 buildings damaged by a Russian missile strike in the northeastern city of Kharkiv.

The escalatory attack comes after Ukraine reportedly used US and UK long range missiles to strike targets inside Russia

The Rostov region in Russia may be the next target of Ukrainian missile attacks, reports "The Wall Street Journal". This region is a key strategic point for Russian forces. Russian airports and ammunition depots are at risk following Ukraine's receipt of permission to attack targets within Russia.