Russia warns Biden that missile approval escalates Ukraine conflict

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Russia has warned President Biden that his approval for Ukraine to use long-range missiles against targets outside its borders escalates the conflict. This marks a significant change in U.S. policy after years of refusal to grant such authorization. Biden's decision follows reports of Russia using North Korean troops and foreign weapons in the war. Despite this, a French military official stated that the approval will not alter the overall balance of power in the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged the discussions about missile use, indicating ongoing media coverage of the situation.


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