Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully use American-produced ATACMS ballistic tactical missiles for precision strikes on military targets. Until 18 November 2025, Ukraine had not officially confirmed the use of these missiles outside its own territory.
Since 2022, Russia has used ballistic missiles, such as Iskander-M, North Korean KN-23, and Iskander-K, to target Ukrainian cities almost every day. Often, Moscow has used it to strike civilian buildings. The occupiers have also used an intermediate ballistic missile system on Dnipro in 2024. On 16 October, Ukraine documented a Russian attack with a record number of ballistic missiles, destroying over 60% of its gas capacity.
Ukraine had permission to conduct ATACMS strikes since November 2024, but from late spring 2025, the approval mechanism for each strike limited the use of missiles. Only in November 2025 were Ukrainian forces able to carry out a successful and precise strike, which the General Staff called a "landmark event."
Ukraine demonstrates resolve in defending sovereignty
“Despite constant challenges from Russian offensives, Ukrainians remain resilient, demonstrating determination to consistently and systematically defend their homeland,” stated the General Staff.
The military emphasized that the use of long-range precision strike systems, including ATACMS, would continue.
Russian reports and myths about “Grim-2” strikes remain unconfirmed
Previously, Russian Telegram channels claimed a Ukrainian ballistic missile strike on Voronezh using “Grim-2” or Sapsan missiles. Voronezh Governor Alexander Gusev did not confirm the use of these missiles, stating that the city was attacked by drones.
