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Biden Authorizes Ukraine to Target Inside Russia Amid Escalating Conflict

President Biden permits Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles inside Russia, escalating tensions with Moscow amid increasing attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure.

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Updated: Nov 18th, 2024, 11:35 AM ET

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President Biden's recent authorization allows Ukraine to use long-range ATACMS missiles against targets in Russia, specifically in the Kursk region, amid concerns over escalating tensions with Russia. The Kremlin has warned that this move marks a new level of U.S. involvement and provokes further escalation in the ongoing war. While Ukrainian officials have expressed relief, calling for broader permissions regarding missile usage, the situation remains precarious with North Korean troop involvement aiding Russian forces and increasing regional instability.

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