Zelensky says Russia used North Korean missile in strike on Ukrainian village that caused deaths
They publishedRussia used North Korean missile in deadly strike on Ukraine village, Zelensky says
First reportThe New York Times · 30 Jul, 19:18Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 30 Jul, 21:52Z
Span3 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Zelensky said a North Korean missile struck a home in Radushne, killing five members of one family.
Why
It was the first reported use of such a weapon in about a year, raising suspicions of new Russian stocks.
Watch
Analysts are monitoring Russia's shift toward ballistic missiles amid defense gaps and broader attacks involving missiles and drones.
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Summary
- Zelensky says a North Korean missile hit a Radushne home, killing five family members.
- The strike marks the first use of such a weapon in about a year of war.
- Russia has previously used NK missiles but a new stock is suspected.
- Analysts note a shift to ballistic missiles like Iskander amid defense gaps.
- Other reports say the attack involved multiple missiles and drones nationwide.