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Ukraine Strikes Russia's Missile Plant with Flamingo Missiles in Bold Attack

Ukrainian forces conducted a long-range strike on the Votkinsk Machine Building Plant in Russia's Udmurt region, a key facility for producing Iskander ballistic missiles. The attack, carried out with domestically developed Flamingo missiles, caused visible damage and prompted regional airport closures. This escalation occurred shortly after a new round of US-mediated talks in Switzerland concluded without a breakthrough. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy reported that Ukraine's air defenses intercepted most of a major Russian missile and drone barrage launched the same day.

Key Points: Ukraine Hits Russian Ballistic Missile Factory in Udmurt

  • Strike on key missile production plant
  • Use of Ukrainian-made Flamingo missiles
  • Facility produces Iskander and ICBMs
  • Separate attack on Russian gas plant
  • Follows stalled US-mediated peace talks
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Ukraine strikes Russia's key missile plant in Udmurt

Ukraine attacks Votkinsk plant producing Iskander missiles, using domestic Flamingo missiles. Zelenskyy details Russian strikes as peace talks stall.

"This very clearly shows what Russia wants and what it is truly intent on. - Volodymyr Zelenskyy"

Kyiv, February 22

Ukrainian forces carried out a strike on a key industrial facility, which produces ballistic missiles, in Russia's Udmurt region, DW reported, citing Ukrainian General Staff.

Udmurt Republic head Alexander Brechalov confirmed the incident, stating on Telegram that "one of the republic's facilities was attacked by drones" launched by Ukraine.

The Ukrainian military said it deployed domestically developed Flamingo missiles to hit the site, located around 1,400 kilometres from Ukraine.

DW, citing Russian news Telegram channel Astra, reported that the intended target was the Votkinsk Machine Building Plant, a state-owned facility known for producing Iskander ballistic missiles and nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs).

Footage shared by residents showed thick black smoke billowing over the area, with several buildings in Votkinsk sustaining damage, including shattered windows. Authorities temporarily suspended operations at multiple airports in the region following the strike.

In a separate statement, the Ukrainian military said it also struck a gas processing plant in Russia's Samara region, DW reported.

The attack comes days after US-mediated talks between Moscow and Kyiv concluded in Switzerland without any breakthrough. The meeting marked the third round of discussions facilitated by Washington, following earlier sessions in Abu Dhabi that officials had termed constructive but yielded no concrete progress.

Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed Russia launched a massive strike with 29 missiles and about 400 drones

According to a statement by Zelenskyy, nine people, including children, were injured in the attack.

In a video message posted on X, Zelenskyy slammed Moscow, saying that the strike shows its "true intent." The Ukrainian President claimed that Kyiv shot down 25 of 29 missiles fired by Russia.

He said, "In the massive strike with which the Russians began the day, 29 missiles of various types were fired, and 25 were shot down. This is an important result for our air defence, and once again, we emphasise that air defence is a daily necessity. I thank all our partners who understand this. Russia greets with a strike even the very day new formats begin in Geneva--trilateral and bilateral with the United States. This very clearly shows what Russia wants and what it is truly intent on. Almost 400 drones were launched as well.

- ANI

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Priya S
The human cost on both sides is heartbreaking. Children getting injured is the worst part of any war. When will this end? Diplomacy seems to be failing repeatedly. As an Indian, I hope for a peaceful resolution that respects sovereignty, but the path forward looks very dark.
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Rohit P
Hitting a plant that makes Iskander missiles is a major strategic blow. But I worry about escalation. Russia will not take this lightly. The global economy, including oil prices, is already suffering. We need stability, not a wider war.
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Sarah B
While Ukraine's resilience is admirable, I have a respectful criticism. Strikes deep inside Russia, while perhaps justified as self-defense, risk drawing other nations into the conflict. The focus should remain on securing a ceasefire, even if it's imperfect. No more lives should be lost.
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Vikram M
Domestically developed Flamingo missiles hitting a target that far? Impressive tech. War sadly drives innovation. This conflict is a case study in modern warfare for the whole world. Hope India is taking notes for our own defense preparedness. Jai Hind.
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Nikhil C
The timing, right after talks in Switzerland, sends a clear message. Russia talks peace but continues to launch massive strikes. Ukraine is showing it won't just sit back. A tough stance might be the only language understood. But the cycle of violence is terrifying. 😔

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