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Biden Approves Ukraine’s Use of Long-Range Missiles, Sparks Escalation Concerns. The move follows months of lobbying by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has urged the U.S. to permit strikes far beyond Ukraine's borders. Russia has warned that allowing such missile use would be considered an “escalation,” with officials suggesting it risks triggering global conflict. Zelensky responded vaguely, stating, “Strikes are not made with words,” and refrained from directly confirming Biden’s authorization. The first attacks are expected to use ATACMS rockets, capable of reaching targets up to 190 miles (306 km) away. The shift comes amid reports that North Korea has deployed elite troops to support Russian forces, raising concerns in Washington and Kyiv. Officials suggest the move aims to deter further North Korean troop deployments, but some doubt it will significantly alter the war's trajectory. Meanwhile, president-elect Donald Trump, set to take office in two months, has vowed to quickly end the war and reduce U.S. support for Ukraine. Trump’s stance has sparked fears among Ukraine’s allies that any rushed deal could favor Moscow and undermine Kyiv’s position. Russian officials have condemned the missile decision, with one warning it risks escalating into World War III. As Biden’s presidency nears its end, critics accuse him of “escalating wars,” leaving the future of U.S. policy on Ukraine uncertain.
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