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Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Missile Site, Showcases Defense Advancements

2/5/2026

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In January 2026, Ukrainian air strikes targeted the Kapustin Yar missile test range in Russia's Astrakhan Oblast, damaging infrastructure used for intercontinental ballistic missile preparations, including the Oreshnik system.
The strikes used Ukraine's FP-5 "Flamingo" cruise missile, signaling advancements in Ukraine's defense capabilities.
The attack was a rare instance of a non-nuclear state targeting a nuclear state's missile infrastructure.
It disrupted Russia's missile launch preparations, with a hangar damaged and personnel evacuated.

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In January 2026, Ukrainian air strikes targeted the Kapustin Yar missile test range in Russia's Astrakhan Oblast, damaging infrastructure used for intercontinental ballistic missile preparations, including the Oreshnik system.
The strikes used Ukraine's FP-5 "Flamingo" cruise missile, signaling advancements in Ukraine's defense capabilities.
The attack was a rare instance of a non-nuclear state targeting a nuclear state's missile infrastructure.
It disrupted Russia's missile launch preparations, with a hangar damaged and personnel evacuated.