Ukraine urges NATO to lift restrictions on targeting Russia
SUMMARY
On Thursday, Ukraine called on NATO to lift restrictions on its use of long-range weapons against Russia, viewing it as a potential "game-changer" in their conflict. This plea came as China condemned NATO's criticism of its support for Russia. At a summit in Washington, NATO reaffirmed its support for Ukraine, pledging additional aid and backing its path to NATO membership. President Biden made a notable gaffe, mistakenly calling Ukrainian President Zelenskiy "President Putin." NATO's stance on weapon use and China relations revealed differing member views, with Hungary opposing an anti-China stance. Hungarian PM Viktor Orban's recent visits to Russia and China stirred tensions within NATO.
