).
BUT
There is credible evidence indicating that Ukraine has used the U.S.-supplied Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) against targets in Russian-occupied territories. Reports suggest that Ukraine deployed ATACMS in several significant strikes, targeting Russian military installations and air defense systems.
For instance, on October 17, 2023, Ukraine used ATACMS to strike two Russian airbases, one near Luhansk and another in Berdiansk, resulting in substantial damage, including the destruction of nine helicopters, an ammo depot, and an air defense missile launcher (
AeroTime). Satellite images confirmed these attacks, showing destroyed runways and the ruins of the targeted helicopters (
AeroTime).
Additionally, in May 2024, there were reports of Ukraine using ATACMS to hit Russian air defense sites in Crimea, particularly targeting the S-400 systems at the Belbek air base. These strikes involved up to 16 ATACMS missiles with cluster warheads (
The Aviationist) (
Kyiv Post). The use of these missiles is part of Ukraine's broader strategy to degrade Russian air defenses and logistical capabilities.
These operations illustrate Ukraine's ability to conduct precise, long-range strikes, significantly impacting Russian military infrastructure (
Military.com) (
Kyiv Post).