Russia warns U.S. is adding fuel to fire with long-range missile decision

The Kremlin has criticized a White House decision allowing Ukraine to use U.S.-made long-range weapons for limited strikes inside Russian territory, a significant policy shift before President Biden’s term ends. Previously, the Biden administration had only permitted the deployment of American-made long-range arsenal to the Ukrainian battlefield, but now has authorized Kyiv to use HIMAR systems in cross-border attacks to defend Ukraine. The decision comes amid increased tensions in the conflict, including the deployment of North Korean troops to support Russia and large Russian strikes against Ukraine, prompting Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov to accuse Washington of exacerbating the situation.

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