Biden backs Ukraine's long-range strikes on Russian soil
A confirmation has been made that Joe Biden has authorised Ukraine to use long-range American weapons to target areas deep within Russia. The US Deputy Secretary of State, Brian Nichols, issued this statement.
19 November 2024 16:58
The US Deputy Secretary of State, Brian Nichols, confirmed that President Joe Biden has authorised Ukraine to launch ATACMS missiles deep into Russian territory. He mentioned this in an interview with the Brazilian newspaper "O Globo".
Ukraine launched missiles
Ukrainian forces have used ATACMS missiles to attack Russian territory for the first time, reported the RBK-Ukraine portal on Tuesday, citing a military source. It was noted that the target was successfully hit.
The source relayed that Ukrainian forces struck a military facility near the town of Karachev in the Bryansk region of Russia. "Indeed, ATACMS was used for the first time to attack Russian territory," emphasised the service's interlocutor.
Let us remind you that the administration of US President Joe Biden has given the green light for Ukraine to use American weapons to target deep into Russia, reported Reuters on Sunday, citing several sources familiar with the matter.