Zelensky Claims to Implement Long-Range Strikes Against Russia

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Kyiv, June 14 (Reporter Li Dongxu) - Ukrainian President Zelensky stated on social media on the 14th that in response to Russia's refusal to ceasefire, Ukraine launched long-range strikes on the Russian regions of Yaroslavl and Tula from the evening of the 13th to the early morning of the 14th.

Zelensky mentioned that the Ukrainian Security Service targeted an oil facility in Yaroslavl, located 700 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, and the Ukrainian military struck the Azot chemical plant in Tula.

According to media reports, the Azot chemical plant primarily produces mineral fertilizers, ammonia, nitric acid, methanol, and other chemical raw materials, and also supplies raw materials for military factories used in the production of explosives and ammunition.

Classification
Region
Russia & CIS
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Ukraine conducted long-range strikes against Russian targets in response to Russia's refusal to cease fire.
Location
Yaroslavl · Tula
Unit
Ukrainian Armed Forces
Time
June 13-14, 2023
Equipment
long-range strike capabilitiesmissiles
Summary

Ukraine conducted long-range strikes against Russian targets in Yaroslavl and Tula on June 13-14, 2023, in response to Russia's refusal to cease fire. The strikes included an attack on an oil facility in Yaroslavl, located 700 kilometers from the Ukrainian border, and a chemical plant in Tula that produces materials for military use.

Key Facts
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky announced long-range strikes against Russia.
  • Strikes targeted oil facilities in Yaroslavl and a chemical plant in Tula.
  • The chemical plant produces materials for military applications.