Russia warns U.S. missile policy shift could escalate Ukraine conflict

The U.S. has eased restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range missiles, allowing strikes on targets inside Russia. This marks a significant shift in U.S. policy, which previously aimed to avoid escalating the conflict with Russia. The change comes amid ongoing Russian missile attacks in Ukraine, including a recent strike in Sumy that killed 11 people. Moscow has warned that this new U.S. policy could dramatically increase the stakes in the war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged the development but emphasized that actions speak louder than words. Reactions from Russian officials included threats of severe consequences, while some NATO allies expressed cautious support for the U.S. decision.