A Russian command post was hit in a Ukrainian strike, according to Kyiv. (Image: east2west)
Ukraine has devastated a command post in the Belgorod region bordering the country just one day after ‘s nuclear threats.
Social media images show a huge mushroom cloud erupting in , and ‘s intelligence service – the GUR – claimed responsibility for the strike.
It said: “Explosions and thick smoke – in the city of Gubkin, , the command post of the ‘Sever’ troop group was hit.
“In the city of Gubkin, Belgorod Region, the command post of the ‘Northern’ troop group of the Russian occupation army was successfully hit.
“Inhabitants of Gubkin observed thick black smoke, smelled it, and heard loud explosions. GUR of the Ministry of Defense of reminds – for every crime committed against the Ukrainian people, there will be an adequate, fair retribution.”
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It comes as Joe Biden reportedly approved provision of anti-personnel land mines to Ukraine (Image: Getty)
It comes as US President approved provision of anti-personnel land mines to , according to a US official, potentially handing Kyiv a major boost.
The development was reported by Reuters, citing a US official who spoke on condition of anonymity.
It’s thought the move could help slow the advance of Putin’s troops in the east of , especially when used along with other munitions provided by Washington.
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