The statement by Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the use of a ballistic missile against Ukraine signals Russia's intent to continue its aggressive war. The only way to halt this aggression is to adopt the peace through strength approach,

Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is taking diplomatic steps in response to Russia's use of a new type of weapon that had all the flight characteristics of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

The ministry issued a statement, saying Putin’s speech is “yet another crucial piece of evidence and a de facto admission of guilt for committing an act of aggression against Ukraine and the atrocities stemming from it.