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Russian Bombers Launch Kh-22 Missiles on Snake Island

Aug 24, 2024, 02:57 PM

Russia launched a missile attack on Zmiinyi (Snake) Island overnight, deploying four Kh-22 missiles. The attack was carried out by Russian bombers, reportedly targeting the island with at least one cruise missile. A video released by the Russian Federation shows one of these missiles hitting the island. The objectives and effectiveness of the strikes remain uncertain. Russian sources claim that the attack targeted GUR and NATO Special Operations Forces allegedly present on the island.