Ukraine now possesses domestically produced long-range weapons, enabling independent strikes deep into Russia without US coordination. President Zelenskyy announced this significant shift, ending previous reliance on Western systems like ATACMS, which required US approval for strikes on Russian soil. This development marks a major change in Ukraine's military capabilities, allowing for more independent action against Russian targets. Ukraine's new Flamingo missile, with a range of 1800 miles, is a key component of this capability.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.