Kremlin warns US over Ukraine's new ability to strike Russian targets with longer-range missiles

The Kremlin has warned the U.S. that allowing Ukraine to use longer-range missiles against Russian targets will escalate the conflict and increase international tensions. This warning follows a shift in U.S. policy, easing restrictions on Ukraine's military capabilities. The change comes as Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine, including recent missile strikes that killed civilians. U.S. officials confirmed that Ukraine can now target areas deep within Russia, a significant change from previous limitations aimed at avoiding direct confrontation with Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged the policy shift but emphasized that actions, not words, will determine the impact. Meanwhile, reactions from Russian officials and state media have been largely negative, predicting severe consequences for the West's involvement.