In a heightened state of tension, Russia claims it has intercepted and downed eight US-supplied ATACMS missiles launched by Ukraine. The Russian defense ministry reports successful defense efforts and has pledged severe retaliation against Ukraine for the alleged missile attacks targeting Belgorod. Amidst these developments, Russia also announced its capture of the eastern settlement of Nadiya in the Luhansk region. The situation escalates as Moscow warns of a strong response and expresses condemnation towards what it sees as aggression backed by Western powers.