Ukraine strikes Russian electronics plant that builds missile components

"As part of a systematic effort to reduce the military-economic potential of the Russian aggressor, Ukraine targeted the Kremniy El microelectronics factory in Russia's Bryansk region, Ukraine's military general staff said in a social media post. The general staff said that it used Storm Shadow missiles, which are produced jointly by Britain and France, and are called SCALP by the French."

"Kremniy El produces microchips and other high-end electronics for numerous Russian missile systems. These include the Iskander-M ballistic missile, which Russia has used extensively, along with drones and cruise missiles, to target Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure this winter."

"The target was hit and significant damage to production facilities was recorded, the general staff said, though it added that the extent of the damage is being clarified. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine's commander in chief told him that the mission was successfully carried out and the Bryansk plant was hit."

Ukraine conducted a missile strike on the Kremniy El microelectronics factory in Russia's Bryansk region using Storm Shadow missiles, inflicting significant damage on production facilities. The factory produces microchips and electronic components for Russian missile systems, including the Iskander-M ballistic missile, drones, and cruise missiles that Russia has used extensively to attack Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Ukrainian officials confirmed the successful operation as part of systematic efforts to reduce Russia's military-economic potential. Russian officials condemned the strike, claiming it was intended to derail peace negotiations. The extent of damage is still being assessed.

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