Belgorod News, December 15, 2025, Avia.pro. Military correspondent Yuri Kotenok reported a strike by a HIMARS multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) on Belgorod, marking a significant incident in the border zone. According to him, the attack was carried out by Ukrainian forces on the night of December 15, confirming the use of American precision weapons on Russian territory. This fact has sparked widespread discussion, as the lack of US restrictions on the use of HIMARS against Russian targets indicates a shift in Washington's policy toward the conflict.

The US previously stated that supplied weapons, including HIMARS systems, should be used exclusively on Ukrainian territory, avoiding strikes on Russia to avoid escalation. However, the current incident, coinciding with recent drone attacks and missile strikes on Belgorod, suggests that such restrictions may be lifted, possibly related to ongoing negotiations in Berlin where Trump's peace plan is being discussed.