Ukraine targets Russian territory with US-supplied missiles as tensions escalate

Ukraine has reportedly fired six US-supplied long-range missiles at the Bryansk region in Russia, marking the first time it has targeted Russian territory. Moscow claims the missiles were aimed at a facility but were intercepted, with one causing a fire. In response to rising tensions, Sweden and Finland have urged citizens to prepare for potential conflict. Sweden distributed over five million leaflets advising residents to stock up on essentials, while Finland updated its crisis preparedness guidelines. European governments are investigating the cutting of two undersea telecommunication cables, suspecting Russian sabotage. Additionally, President Vladimir Putin has lowered the threshold for nuclear strikes in response to perceived threats.