Biden Gives Green Light for Ukraine to Strike Deep Inside Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has emphasized the critical need for air defense systems and missiles, thanking international partners for their support. In a post on social media platform X, he expressed gratitude for the global effort to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities while underscoring the urgency of obtaining systems like Patriot. He stressed that such systems are crucial to protecting lives amid relentless Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.

Zelensky revealed that Ukraine's "Victory Plan" includes strengthening long-range strike capabilities for its armed forces. While media reports suggest the United States has authorized Ukraine to use long-range missiles, Zelensky cautioned against prematurely celebrating the decision. "Strikes are not carried out with words. The missiles will speak for themselves," he said in his nightly address.

Yesterday, The New York Times reported that US President Joe Biden has approved Ukraine's use of Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike deep into Russian territory. This decision reportedly responds to Russia's deployment of North Korean troops to support its efforts against Ukraine. US officials noted that these long-range missiles could be deployed in areas like Russia's Kursk region to counter Russian and North Korean offensives.

President-elect Donald Trump, who recently secured a second term after defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, has expressed a desire to end the ongoing conflict. Zelenskyy, in an interview with Suspilne, acknowledged past discussions with Trump and stressed Ukraine's independence in decision-making. He reiterated that Ukraine would not accept a passive approach from its allies, emphasizing the importance of...