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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged Western allies not to appease Russia after failing to secure long-range US missiles during his visit to Washington, as Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure and the conflict continues with increased military actions and diplomatic efforts.
The US has secretly implemented a review process that effectively bans Ukrainian long-range missile strikes inside Russia using American weapons, including ATACMS and Storm Shadow missiles, since late spring, amidst ongoing debates over military support and strategic policy. Despite recent remarks by Trump questioning Ukraine's chances in the war, the US maintains this policy, with Ukraine proposing a $90 billion weapons purchase to secure long-term US security guarantees. Meanwhile, Poland's role in supporting Ukraine has diminished due to domestic issues and military stockpile concerns.
Russia's updated nuclear doctrine lowers the threshold for using nuclear weapons, adding ambiguity to its red lines, as a response to Ukraine's use of longer-range US missiles. This move, condemned by Western nations, is seen as an attempt to deter further Western involvement in the conflict. Experts suggest this could escalate tensions, bringing Russia closer to a direct conflict with NATO countries, while Putin may be leveraging the current geopolitical climate for strategic gains.
Ukraine has intensified its use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles to target Russian military assets in occupied Ukrainian territories, but is restricted by Washington from striking inside Russia. This limitation is causing frustration in Kyiv, as it hampers their ability to counter Russian attacks launched from within Russia. Pressure is growing on the Biden administration to allow Ukraine to extend its missile strikes into Russian territory.
Ukraine has successfully shot down five Russian Su-25 warplanes and destroyed 14 helicopters on the ground using US-supplied missiles, marking a significant blow to Putin's airforce. The incidents occurred in areas of heavy ground combat, where the Su-25 relies on short-range, unguided rockets. Ukraine has been bolstering its air defense capabilities and sought assistance from the US, receiving AIM-9 Sidewinder and AIM-132 ASRAAM missiles. The recently acquired ATACMS missile systems have also enhanced Ukraine's ability to attack the Russian air force. The US delivered a limited number of long-range ballistic missiles as part of a $200 million military assistance package. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the missiles' use on the battlefield, expressing gratitude for US military support.