President Joe Biden has approved the use of long-range U.S. weapons by Ukraine to strike targets inside Russian territory, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy.
According to a report by The Washington Post, this decision overturns Biden’s previous stance, where he had assured Americans that such actions would not be permitted to avoid escalating the conflict.
The move comes amid growing concerns over North Korean involvement in the ongoing war.
Reports indicate that approximately 10,000 North Korean troops have been deployed to assist Russian forces along Ukraine’s northern border, sparking fears that additional units could soon follow.
This new development has intensified the pressure on the Biden administration to bolster Ukraine’s defensive capabilities.
With this new authorization, Ukraine is now permitted to utilize the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) for strikes within Russian territory.
These long-range missiles have been a critical request from Ukraine for months, as the country seeks to increase its capacity to hit strategic targets deep inside Russia.
However, until now, the Biden administration had opposed granting permission, citing fears of a potential escalation and broader conflict implications.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has previously warned that using U.S. weapons