Russia downs ATACMS missiles after Ukraine strikes Bryansk, calls it new phase of Western war

Russia has shot down five US-made ATACMS missiles after Ukraine used them to strike a facility in the Bryansk region. This marks a significant escalation, with Russia calling it a "new phase of the Western war" against Moscow. The attack followed US President Joe Biden's authorization for Ukraine to use long-range missiles against targets in Russia. Ukrainian forces claimed the strike successfully hit a logistics center, causing explosions but no reported casualties. Russia's Foreign Minister stated that the situation would be met with an appropriate response. The Biden administration's decision came amid concerns over North Korean troop deployments in support of Russia.