Washington. President Joe Biden’s administration has lifted restrictions that prevented Ukraine from using U.S.-supplied weapons to strike deep into Russian territory, three sources familiar with the matter said, in a significant shift in U.S. policy in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. .
Ukraine plans to carry out its first long-range strikes in the coming days, the sources said, without disclosing details due to operational security concerns.
The White House declined to comment.
The US move, which comes just over two months before President-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20, follows months of requests from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to allow Ukraine’s military to use American weapons to attack Russian military targets far from their border.
The change comes after Russia deployed North Korean ground troops to supplement its own forces, a development that has caused alarm in Washington and kyiv.
The first deep strikes are likely to be carried out with ATACMS rockets, which have a range of up to 306 km, according to sources.
While some US officials have expressed skepticism that allowing long-range strikes will change the overall trajectory of the war, the decision could help Ukraine at a time when Russian forces are gaining ground and possibly put Kiev in a better position. negotiation when and if ceasefire talks occur.
It is unclear whether Trump will reverse Biden’s decision when he takes office. Trump has long criticized the magnitude of US financial and military aid to Ukraine and has promised to end the war quickly, without explaining how.
Still, some Republican members of Congress have urged Biden to relax rules on how Ukraine can use weapons provided by the United States.
Russia has warned that it would consider a major escalation a move to relax limits on Ukraine’s use of American weapons.
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How might the recent policy shift by the Biden administration influence the military dynamics in the Ukraine-Russia conflict?
Interview Guests 1:
Host: Good day, everyone, and welcome to another edition of “World Today News.” I’m your host, Rachel Anderson. Today’s discussion revolves around a significant shift in US policy regarding the Ukraine-Russia conflict, specifically regarding the use of American-supplied weapons by Ukraine. Joining me today are two esteemed guests who will provide their insights on this matter. Our first guest is Mr. Andrew Johnson, a former US ambassador to Ukraine and a current member of the international affairs committee. Our second guest is Ms. Maria Petrova, a political analyst with extensive experience in Ukrainian politics.
Andrew, can you please share your thoughts on the recent decision by President Biden’s administration to lift the restrictions on Ukraine’s use of US weapons against Russian territory?
Mr. Johnson: Well, Rachel, as a former diplomat to Ukraine, I can say this is a moment of truth for us. It’s a significant shift in US policy, and it shows our commitment to supporting Ukraine amid this conflict. The country has been asking for the right to use American weapons to strike deep into Russian territory for quite some time, and I’m glad to see that their request has been granted. I believe it will help Ukraine in the short term by pushing back against Russia’s aggression and possibly creating a more favorable environment for negotiations in the future.
Host: Thank you for that, Andrew. Maria, how do you see this decision impacting the current situation on the ground in Ukraine?
Ms. Petrova: I agree with Andrew, Rachel. This decision is a game-changer in the conflict. Ukraine has been fighting for the right to use these weapons to strike back at Russia for a long time. It will not only give them an advantage in terms of offense, but it might also change the dynamics of the ongoing negotiations. However, it must be mentioned that the situation on the ground in Ukraine is rapidly worsening, and Russia is gaining control over more territories. The question remains whether this change will be enough to tip the balance.
Host: That’s a valid point, Maria. Can you expand on that, please? How can these long-range strikes help Ukraine in the face of Russia’s advancements?
Ms. Petrova: Well, Rachel,
