As Russia maintains control over roughly 18% of Ukraine, the Reuters story states that Kyiv has been asking for more Western armaments and permission to employ Western-supplied long-range weapons to target areas deep within Russian territory. A deal between the United States and Ukraine to supply long-range cruise missiles—possibly the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSM)—is getting closer.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
However, Ukrainian officials may face a delay of several months due to technical preparations before any shipment is made, according to U.S. officials.
The deployment of JASSM could significantly shift the strategic balance of the conflict, enabling Ukraine to strike farther into Russian territory with precision-guided munitions.
This development is a major concern for the Biden administration, as it could escalate the conflict.
Russian officials, including Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, have expressed concerns that Ukraine would use these Western weapons to target deep into Russia.
Russia’s foreign ministry warned that any use of long-range weapons against Russian targets would result in an immediate and severe response.
Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian foreign ministry, criticized Western politicians for potentially risking further escalation.
She warned that irresponsible actions by the Kyiv regime would provoke a prompt and severe reaction from Russia.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
