In a significant policy shift, President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range missiles to strike targets within Russian territory.
This decision marks a notable escalation in U.S. support for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. The move comes as Ukraine faces increased Russian air attacks on its energy infrastructure ahead of the winter months. The authorization is seen as a response to growing military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, with reports suggesting North Korea may send troops to assist Russia.
The decision could further intensify the conflict and strain U.S.-Russia relations.
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Ukraine war latest: Biden administration lifts ban on Ukraine using US weapons to strike deep inside Russia - reports
Joe Biden has allowed Ukraine to strike inside Russia with long-range US missiles, according to reports. Meanwhile, at least seven people have been killed in one of Russia's largest air attacks on Ukraine targeting the country's energy grid ahead of the winter months.
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Biden allows Ukraine to use US arms to strike inside Russia
President Joe Biden's administration will allow Ukraine to use U.S.-provided weapons to strike deep into Russian territory, three sources familiar with the matter said, in a significant change to Washington's policy in the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
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AP sources: Biden for the first time OKs Ukraine's use of US-supplied long-range missiles in Russia
President Joe Biden has for the first time authorized the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine to strike inside Russia
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