Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine involving over 60 missiles, including Kh-555, Kh-101, Kalibr, Kh-22, Kh-59, and Kinzhal systems, deployed from strategic bombers, ships in the Black Sea, and aircraft.
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Russia launched over 60 missiles including Kh-555, Kh-101, and Kalibr fired from Tu-95 bombers, Black Sea ships, and S-300 launchers.
Tu-22M3 bombers launched Kh-22 missiles and MiG-31K aircraft were spotted potentially armed with Kinzhal missiles.
Su-35 aircraft deployed Kh-59 missiles during the strike.
Russia launched more than 60 missiles and rockets at Ukraine's energy infrastructure on December 16.
Russian MiG-31K jets possibly carrying Kinzhal missiles were noticed in the sky during the attack.
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