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Ukraine Claims First Use of Russia's New 'Iskander' Missile, Which Cannot Be Intercepted

Ukraine announced the first use of Russia's new 'Iskander' missile, which is described as uninterceptable. The claim was reported by multiple outlets, though no direct evidence was provided. The event marks a significant escalation in the conflict.

Ukraine stated it had used the 'Iskander' missile for the first time, according to reports from lenta. The missile is said to be highly maneuverable and capable of evading existing defense systems. The announcement was made on August 27, 2026, with conflicting reports on the timing of the claim.

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