Ukrainian Special Forces destroy bridges and pontoons in Kursk using HIMARS weapons

Ukrainian Special Forces destroy bridges and pontoons in Kursk using HIMARS weapons Ukrainian forces are using HIMARS rocket systems to destroy pontoon bridges and engineering equipment in Russia's Kursk region, Ukraine's military said on Wednesday, targeting logistics in its major cross-border incursion. Russian officials have said Ukraine has damaged or destroyed at least three bridges over the Seym River since Kyiv launched a major assault into western Russia on Aug. 6 advancing up to 28-35 kilometres ( miles). “Where do Russian pontoon bridges 'disappear' in the Kursk region? Operators ... accurately destroy them,“ Ukraine's Special Operations Forces said on Telegram messenger. The statement said HIMARS rocket systems were used. It was first official statement from Kyiv that Western weapons are part of the unprecedented offensive. Washington has made no direct comment regarding the use of weapons in Kursk region, while saying its policies had not changed and that Ukraine was defending itself from Russia's attacks. [Reuters] Read more: The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK and one of the fastest growing news sites in the US. Stay tuned for video clips across the biggest news stories and segments from The Sun’s expert journalists. Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know. Read The Sun: Like The Sun on Facebook: Follow The Sun on X: Follow The Sun on TikTok: @thesun Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: #ukraine #russia #ukrainewar