Ukrainian-made Flamingo missiles hit Russian missile arsenal, General Staff says
Ukrainian forces successfully struck a significant Russian missile and ammunition storage facility using domestically produced Flamingo missiles.
Ukrainian forces conducted a targeted strike on a Russian missile arsenal located near the village of Kotluban in Volgograd Oblast, utilizing the Ukrainian-made FP-5 Flamingo long-range missiles. This attack, which occurred on the night of February 11-12, was part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to diminish Russia's military capabilities. The targeted facility was identified as one of the largest storage hubs of ammunition for the Russian military, emphasizing its significance in operational logistics.
The strike was characterized by powerful explosions resulting in secondary detonations, indicating a substantial impact on the stored munitions. Ukrainian military officials are currently assessing the extent of the damage inflicted on the arsenal. This operation illustrates Ukraine's capability to strike at critical nodes within the Russian military supply chain, reflecting a strategic approach to weaken Russian offensive capabilities.
In addition to the strike in Volgograd, the Ukrainian General Staff reported another successful hit on a facility producing high-tech equipment for aircraft and missile systems in Michurinsk, Tambov Oblast, Russia. These actions signify a concerted effort by Ukraine to interdict Russian military production and logistics, which could influence the course of the ongoing conflict as both sides continue to enhance their operational effectiveness.