Ukrainian forces conducted a series of strikes on Russian air defense systems in Crimea, significantly degrading Russia’s air defense capabilities on the peninsula. The attacks, which utilized U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles, targeted S-300 and S-400 systems near Dzhankoi and Yevpatoria.

These strikes represent a strategic effort by Ukraine to weaken Russia’s military infrastructure in Crimea, which serves as a crucial logistical hub and base of operations for Russian forces in southern Ukraine. The destruction of these air defense systems potentially opens up opportunities for future Ukrainian operations in the region.

Russia has not yet offered comprehensive details regarding the extent of the damages. Independent verification remains difficult due to the ongoing conflict.

Analysts suggest that the effectiveness of these strikes highlights the importance of long-range precision weapons in modern warfare. The use of ATACMS missiles, in particular, has allowed Ukraine to target high-value assets deep within Russian-held territory.

Further developments are being monitored as the conflict evolves.