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Russian Forces Strike HIMARS Convoy in Kherson Using Iskander Missiles

Jan 1, 2025, 09:42 AM

Russian forces reportedly targeted and destroyed a convoy of American-made M142 HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems in the Kherson region using three Iskander-M tactical ballistic missiles. The strike occurred near the village of Davydiv Brod in the Berislav district and involved three distinct missile types, including the 9M723K1 and 9M723K5. Reports indicate that the missiles successfully hit the HIMARS column and associated support vehicles. The attack was geo-located at coordinates 47.2361483,33.2034033. This development highlights ongoing military actions in the region amid the broader Ukraine-Russia conflict.