"Russia's Use of Deadly Glide Bombs in Kharkiv Raises Tensions with NATO"

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"Russia's Use of Deadly Glide Bombs in Kharkiv Raises Tensions with NATO"
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Russia has been using a new type of "glide bomb" to target civilian areas in Ukraine, with the latest strike hitting the city of Kharkiv. These bombs, adapted from heavy "dumb" munitions to behave like cruise missiles, have caused civilian casualties and significant damage. The use of these bombs reflects a shift in Russia's tactical approach, enabling them to strike targets from a distance and evade advanced air defense systems. The production of these glide bombs has reportedly increased, posing a significant threat to Ukrainian defenses, with efforts to counter them still underway.

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