Russian military confirms large-scale strikes on Ukraine using "Hazel" missiles

Source: Global Times
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On May 24, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced that in response to Ukraine's attacks on Russian civilian facilities, the Russian military launched a large-scale strike against Ukrainian military command institutions, air force bases, and defense industrial enterprises. The Russian military utilized "Hazelnut" ballistic missiles, "Iskander" air-launched ballistic missiles, "Dagger" hypersonic missiles, "Zircon" cruise missiles, as well as various types of air-based, sea-based, and land-based cruise missiles and attack drones. The Russian military stated that all designated targets were hit.

(Reporter: Hao Wei)

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On the 24th local time, Ukrainian President Zelensky posted on social media stating that since the early hours of that day, Ukrainian rescue and relevant emergency departments have fully commenced response work in the areas affected by the attacks. This round of Russian military strikes has resulted in at least 83 injuries, with additional casualties reported.

According to his report, Russian missiles accurately struck local water supply infrastructure, while also causing multiple markets to catch fire and damage to dozens of residential buildings and several ordinary school structures. In addition, the Ukrainian side confirmed that the Russian military also launched "Hazelnut" missiles at the Bakhmut region.

Classification
Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Russian military launched large-scale strikes against Ukrainian military command structures, air bases, and defense industry facilities in response to Ukrainian attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure.
Location
Ukraine
Unit
Russian Armed Forces
Time
May 24, 2023
Equipment
Iskander air-launched ballistic missilesDagger hypersonic missilesZircon cruise missilesvarious air-based, sea-based, and land-based cruise missilesattack drones
Summary

On May 24, 2023, the Russian military launched large-scale strikes against Ukrainian military command structures, air bases, and defense industry facilities in response to attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure. The strikes involved various missile systems, including Iskander and Dagger missiles, and resulted in at least 83 injuries and significant damage to infrastructure in Ukraine.

Key Facts
  • Russian military conducted large-scale strikes on May 24, 2023.
  • Targets included military command structures, air bases, and defense industry facilities in Ukraine.
  • At least 83 people were reported injured due to the strikes.
  • Infrastructure damage included water supply systems and residential buildings.
  • The strikes were a response to Ukrainian attacks on Russian civilian facilities.