Putin ally warns Biden's missile plan escalates Ukraine conflict to new level

Dmitry Medvedev, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, claimed that President Biden's approval for Ukraine to use U.S.-made missiles against Russia has escalated the conflict to a new level. He stated this could justify a nuclear response from Russia. Biden's authorization allows Ukraine to use Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) for long-range strikes. Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Ukraine has already launched an ATACMS strike, prompting warnings of significant escalation from Russian officials. Russia has updated its nuclear policy, stating that any large-scale attack on its territory could warrant a nuclear response. The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has warned its staff to prepare for potential air attacks following these developments.