Thu Nov 21 13:15:03 UTC 2024: ## Kremlin Orders Silence on Alleged ICBM Strike in Dnipro
**Moscow, Russia** – A bizarre incident unfolded during a live press briefing on Friday when Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova received a phone call instructing her to remain silent on reports of a Russian ballistic missile strike in Ukraine. Video of the interruption quickly circulated on social media.
The call, from an unidentified male, explicitly told Zakharova not to comment on allegations of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) attack targeting the Yuzhmash aerospace manufacturer in Dnipro, Ukraine. The caller stated, “On the ‘Yuzhmash’ ballistic missile strike that the Westerners have started talking about, we are not commenting at all.”
This incident followed Kyiv’s accusations that Russia launched its first ICBM attack on Thursday, targeting Dnipro. While Ukraine reported two injuries, the Kremlin denied using a nuclear warhead and reiterated its commitment to avoiding nuclear conflict. The Russian air force launched a barrage of missiles, targeting critical infrastructure in Dnipro, according to Ukrainian authorities.
The seemingly impromptu instruction to Zakharova highlights the sensitivity surrounding the alleged ICBM strike and underscores the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. The incident raises questions about internal communication and control within the Russian government regarding its response to the escalating conflict.
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