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President Joe Biden authorizes Ukraine to launch strikes inside Russian territory with U.S.-supplied missiles, sparking warnings from Moscow of severe retaliation.
By yourNEWS Media Newsroom
President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike inside Russian territory, a significant shift in U.S. policy just two months before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. This decision, as reported by The Washington Post, comes in response to Russia’s recent collaboration with North Korea, which has reportedly sent thousands of troops to support Russian military operations in Ukraine.
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The ATACMS, a highly advanced missile system with a range of up to 190 miles, has been withheld from use in Russian territory until now. Biden’s reversal of this restriction allows Ukraine to target critical Russian military infrastructure, starting with the Kursk region, according to The Washington Post.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has previously issued warnings that the deployment of U.S. long-range missiles against Russian territory would be viewed as a severe escalation, potentially leading to retaliation, including the use of nuclear weapons, as highlighted by NBC News.
Biden’s decision has drawn mixed reactions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has long advocated for the ability to strike deeper into Russian territory, is expected to focus these strikes on disrupting Russia’s supply lines and military operations in areas like Kursk. Meanwhile, military expert Michael Kofman of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace told The Washington Post that these weapons could help Ukraine maintain its territorial defenses while countering the strategic advantages gained by Russian forces bolstered by North Korean troops.
Despite potential tactical benefits, some U.S. officials remain skeptical about whether the move will significantly alter the war’s trajectory. The Biden administration’s decision has sparked concerns about increased risks of escalation, particularly as the Kremlin views this shift as a direct challenge to its sovereignty.
President-elect Trump, who has criticized the scale of U.S. financial and military aid to Ukraine, has promised to pursue a swift resolution to the conflict upon taking office. It remains uncertain whether Trump will reverse Biden’s decision, but his campaign rhetoric emphasized prioritizing American interests and reducing involvement in foreign conflicts. Trump’s election has raised concerns among Ukraine’s allies that his policies might favor Moscow in future negotiations.
