B2 – Upper Intermediate
Ukrainian forces launched a missile strike on the Kremniy El microelectronics factory in Russia’s Bryansk region. The factory reportedly produces electronic components used in Russian missile systems, including the Iskander-M.
Read the article to know more about the strike that caused major damage, 6 deaths, and 42 injuries, according to local officials.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg1eqw30l9o
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “to reach a stalemate” mean? “Both sides have continued attacks, even though the war has reached a stalemate recently.” Use it in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “to hinge” mean? “The outcome of the talks hinges on part of his proposals that envisages Ukraine giving up to Russia areas it does not currently control in the Donbas – an industrial area composed of the administrative regions of Donetsk and Luhansk.” Use it in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What does “relinquish” mean? “Russia currently controls more than 80% of those areas – which Ukraine says it cannot agree to relinquish.” Use it in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- What do you think about Ukraine striking a Russian electronics factory that produces missile components?
- Do you think attacking military-related factories is justified during a war? Why or why not?
- How might this kind of strike affect the future of the war between Ukraine and Russia?
- Do you think attacks on factories like this could increase tensions between countries involved in the conflict?
- In your opinion, what impact could these strikes have on civilians living near military facilities?