(Moscow) – The Kremlin has declared it will respond to every use of U.S.-supplied missiles by targeting Ukrainian infrastructure and military positions, escalating tensions as Washington continues to support Kyiv in its defense against Russian aggression.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov issued the warning on Friday, just hours after U.S. President Joe Biden condemned Russia’s overnight missile and drone barrage, calling it “horrific” and “outrageous.” The attack crippled Ukraine’s energy grid, plunging one million residents into darkness, a tactic reminiscent of past Russian strategies to erode civilian morale during wartime.
“President [Vladimir] Putin had already cautioned that authorizing the use of U.S.-made missiles, including ATACMS, was a reckless and escalatory move,” Peskov told reporters. “Every time these missiles are used, there will be a proportional response from us.”
Putin boasted that Russian forces launched over 90 missiles and nearly 100 drones in Thursday night’s operation, framing it as a reprisal for alleged U.S.-made missile strikes on Russian territory. While no independent evidence supports these claims, Putin leveraged the narrative to justify Moscow’s continued attacks.
The Russian leader also hinted at deploying advanced weaponry, including the newly developed Oreshnik intermediate-range hypersonic ballistic missile, which he described as a tool to target Ukraine’s military and decision-making centers. “There will always be a response from our side,” Putin declared, reaffirming his hardline stance.
Thursday’s assault marks another grim chapter in Russia’s ongoing campaign to dismantle Ukraine’s infrastructure, a move widely criticized as a violation of international humanitarian law. Meanwhile, U.S. officials reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine, emphasizing that Moscow’s attempts to intimidate Kyiv and its allies would not succeed.
The exchange reflects a worsening geopolitical divide, with Ukraine determined to repel Russian forces and reclaim occupied territories, bolstered by Western military aid.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Russian Missile Count | Over 90 missiles and 100 drones launched overnight |
| Targeted Areas | Ukraine’s energy grid, military infrastructure |
| Impact on Civilians | One million Ukrainians left without power |
| U.S. Response | Biden condemns attacks, reaffirms support for Ukraine |
| Kremlin Response | Threatens proportional retaliation for every U.S.-made missile |
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