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Concerns as US approves Ukraine's use of long-range missiles on targets in Russia

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In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Emergency Service, firefighters put out the fire following a Russian rocket attack in Odesa region Ukraine, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. (Ukrainian Emergency Service via AP) Credit: AP

United States President Joe Biden's administration has approved Ukraine's use of US-supplied long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia, signalling a major policy shift. This decision comes amid escalating tensions, with Russia launching its largest wave of airstrikes in months, killing civilians and severely damaging Ukraine’s infrastructure.



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