Ukraine's Successful Helicopter Destruction in Berdyansk and Luhansk

Ukraine has reportedly used US-supplied ATACMS long-range missiles for the first time, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. The missiles are said to have destroyed nine helicopters at Russian bases in eastern Ukraine, although Ukraine has not officially confirmed their use. The Biden administration had previously refused to provide ATACMS to Ukraine but decided to send them quietly in recent weeks. The missiles provided have a lower range than the system's maximum capability and carry cluster munitions, which are controversial due to their threat to civilians. The attack on Russian bases comes as Ukraine continues its counter-offensive to reclaim occupied territory, while clashes and heavy bombardment from Russian forces persist along the front line.