Biden secretly gave Ukraine permission to strike inside Russia with US weapons
SUMMARY
The Biden administration has quietly approved Ukraine's use of U.S.-provided weapons to strike Russian forces near Kharkiv. This decision allows Ukraine to defend its second-largest city by targeting Russian missiles, troops near the border, and bombers, but prohibits strikes on civilian infrastructure or deep within Russia. This policy shift, prompted by recent Russian advances in Kharkiv, marks a significant change from the administration's previous stance that such actions would escalate U.S. involvement in the conflict. Ukrainian leaders had urged this change, arguing it was necessary to defend against intensified Russian attacks. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other officials hinted at this potential policy evolution in recent days.
