The president of Russia, Vladimir Putin, has already warned the West of the consequences of allowing kyiv to use long-range weapons for attacks on Russian territory, this country’s Foreign Ministry said tonight after information that the US has already given the respective authorization.
“The president has already spoken on the matter,” Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zajárova told the RBC portal, in an apparent reference to statements by the head of the Kremlin from last September that have been reproduced in recent hours by several Russian media.
The Russian leader then said that if the West agrees to authorize attacks inside Russia with its long-range missiles, that would change the “essence” and “nature” of the conflict in Ukraine.
“This will mean that NATO countries, the US and European states, are fighting with Russia,” Putin said on September 13.
According to what the American press wrote this Sunday, President Joe Biden authorized Ukraine to use long-range weapons from the United States for limited attacks inside Russia.
So far, neither the White House nor the Pentagon have confirmed it.
The authorized weapons are specifically supersonic guided missiles called ATACMS that can carry conventional or cluster warheads, and have a range of about 190 miles or 300 kilometers, The Washington Post specifies.
If confirmed, Biden’s decision could mean a great boost to Ukraine just before his government gives way in January to that of Donald Trump, who has repeatedly promised to end the war in Ukraine. EFE
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Guest 2: Considering the complexity of the conflict, what concessions do you think both Russia and Ukraine would be willing to make in order to reach a potential agreement? Could the involvement of other nations in negotiations help facilitate a resolution?
Theme 1: The Conflict in Ukraine
Guest 1: It seems like the Russia-Ukraine conflict is escalating with the use of longer-range weapons. As an expert in international relations, how do you see this development impacting the current situation? Are we heading towards an even more intense conflict or is there a possibility of de-escalation?
Guest 2: The use of longer-range weapons by Ukraine does raise concerns about potential escalation of the conflict. However, it could also signal that western countries are increasingly willing to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend itself. What are your thoughts on this? How will it affect the dynamics of the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine going forward?
Theme 2: US Involvement in the Conflict
Guest 1: The United States has been heavily involved in the conflict, providing financial aid, military training, and weapons to Ukraine. In light of the recent authorization of longer-range weapons, what role do you see the US playing in the conflict moving forward? Are there any potential risks involved for the US in their continued involvement?
Guest 2: Some argue that US support for Ukraine is essential in maintaining international security. Others contend that it has the potential to escalate tensions between east and west. How do you assess the US’s involvement in the conflict? Is there a middle ground that both sides can agree on when it comes to US support for Ukraine?
Theme 3: The Potential Consequences of Longer-Range Weapons
Guest 1: Russian President Putin has warned of severe consequences if longer-range weapons are used against Russia. What do you think these consequences may entail? And how prepared is Ukraine to face a potential counterattack from Russia?
Guest 2: On the other hand, the authorization of longer-range weapons might encourage Ukraine to regain territory it has lost to Russia. How can the international community ensure that longer-range weapons are used responsibly and not to launch attacks deeper into Russian territory? What safeguards need to be put in place to prevent misuse of these weapons?
Theme 4: Negotiations and Potential Outcomes
Guest 1: With the conflict showing no signs of abating, what do you see as potential avenues for negotiations between Russia and Ukraine? Are longer
