Event Brief
Russia uses repurposed training missiles in Ukraine strikes
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 3:09 AM ET
Summary: Russian missiles hitting near Kyiv included a less accurate weapon originally designed for air-defense target practice, Ukrainian investigators said. Reuters reports RM48U repurposed training missiles made up more than half of 228 ballistic and hypersonic missiles fired in July and early August, helping Russia sustain a daily barrage without drawing down Iskanders.
WHO: Russia
WHAT: Russia deployed repurposed RM48U training missiles as part of its ballistic and hypersonic missile attacks on Ukraine.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Ukraine (near Kyiv, Brovary district railway station)
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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