US slams Russia’s ‘dangerous escalation’ in Ukraine amid new deadly strikes

Al JazeeraCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 13, 2026 at 05:18 AM

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In January 2026, the US accused Russia of escalating the war in Ukraine, citing the use of a nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile. The accusation was made during an emergency UN Security Council meeting called after Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles across Ukraine, including the Oreshnik. The US condemned the attack as a "dangerous and inexplicable escalation" that risks expanding the conflict, especially as President Trump is trying to negotiate peace. Following the meeting, Russia launched new strikes on Kharkiv, killing at least four people. Russia acknowledged the Oreshnik attack, stating it targeted an aviation repair factory. The US urged Russia, Ukraine, and Europe to pursue peace, reminding Russia of its previous vote in favor of a UN resolution calling for an end to the conflict.

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NATO 40% Lviv 40% Moscow 40% Kharkiv 50% Kyiv ×260% Tammy Bruce ×260% United Nations Security Council ×470% Oreshnik missile ×570% Donald Trump ×270% United States ×580% Russia ×1190% Ukraine ×1290%

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