Biden authorizes Ukraine to use long-range US missiles against Russia

President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use long-range US missiles against targets inside Russia. This marks a significant shift in US policy, allowing the use of Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) in response to Russian and North Korean troop involvement. Previously, Ukraine could only use shorter-range weapons like HIMARS for defense. The new policy aims to counter a major Russian assault in the Kursk region, where North Korean troops are also present. Officials believe this change may deter further North Korean military support. Concerns remain about potential Russian retaliation against the US and its allies. Some US officials had previously opposed supplying ATACMS due to limited US military stockpiles and fears of escalating the conflict.