News

Russia launches ICBM at Ukraine; military response noted

### Russia Launches ICBM at Ukraine, Marking Escalation; Ukraine Downs Six Cruise Missiles Amid Ongoing Strikes

Published

1 year ago

November 21, 2024

ticker NEWS

Ukraine’s air force reported that Russia launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from the Astrakhan region during an early morning attack targeting Dnipro.

This marks the first time an ICBM has been used in the conflict. These missiles can travel thousands of kilometres.

In response, Ukraine’s military claimed to have shot down six Kh-101 cruise missiles during the assault.

This development follows recent approval from Washington for Ukraine to utilise longer-range missiles, including ATACMS, which Ukraine reportedly employed to strike Russian military installations earlier in the week.

Precautionary measures

Poland also took precautionary measures by deploying its fighter jets and NATO aircraft to guard its airspace amid concerns about Russian strikes on Ukraine.

The Polish Armed Forces Operational Command confirmed that their fighter pairs were scrambled and that air defense and radar reconnaissance systems were put on high alert.

Poland has frequently scrambled its aircraft during Russian strikes on Ukraine throughout the duration of the war.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov did not provide comments regarding the reported ICBM launch aimed at Ukraine this morning.

The Russian Defence Ministry has also not issued any statements concerning the missile launch.

News

Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

Published

19 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker

News

Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Published

20 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

#MiddleEastCrisis #IranUS #Geopolitics #NavalTensions #Trump #AyatollahKhamenei #EuropeanUnion #GlobalConflict

News

Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Published

20 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

#CarlosAlcaraz #AustralianOpen #GrandSlam #TennisHistory #NovakDjokovic #SportsNews #TennisTattoo #YoungChampion