Copyright © 2024 Euromaidanpress.com

The work of Euromaidan Press is supported by the International Renaissance Foundation

When referencing our materials, please include an active hyperlink to the Euromaidan Press material and a maximum 500-character extract of the story. To reprint anything longer, written permission must be acquired from [email protected].

Privacy and Cookie Policies.

US: Ukraine free to strike Russia with own weapons without permissions

Instead of repeating the same unchanged US policy of restricting Ukraine from deep strikes inside Russia with US weapons, a State Dept spokesman suggested Ukraine can use own weapons for that.
us ukraine free strike russia own weapons without permissions state department spokesperson matthew miller stategov
US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. Screenshot: state.gov
US: Ukraine free to strike Russia with own weapons without permissions

During a press briefing on 30 September 2024, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller was asked if Ukraine could prevent renewed Russian bomb strikes on Zaporizhzhia by using US-supplied long-range weapons for strikes inside Russia. Miller responded that Ukraine can conduct such strikes using its domestically-produced weapons without needing US permission.

Despite Ukraine’s appeals amid escalating Russian air attacks, Western nations, including the US and UK, continue to restrict the use of their long-range weapons like ATACMS and Storm Shadow missiles to prevent deep strikes inside Russia, reportedly to avoid further escalation.

Miller said:

“Ukraine does not need our permission to strike back against Russian targets. They are a sovereign country and can use the weapons that they build on their own, of which are many, if you look at the programs that they have put in place over the last year.”

Miller also highlighted the ongoing US support for Ukraine, mentioning a recent announcement by President Biden of an additional $8 billion in security assistance. He emphasized that the US continues to evaluate whether there are additional tools that can be provided to Ukraine.

When pressed about allowing Ukraine to use US-provided weapons for strikes into Russia, Miller reiterated the department’s unchanged restrictions. He explained,

“We look at all of the capabilities and all the tactics and all the support that we provide Ukraine in totality, and look at how – when we approve any new weapon system or any new tactic, we look at how it’s going to affect the entire battlefield and Ukraine’s entire strategy.”

The spokesperson cautioned against viewing any single weapon system or tactic as a “magic capability that would change the face of the conflict,” emphasizing instead the importance of considering the overall impact on the battlefield and Ukraine’s strategy.

Related:

You could close this page. Or you could join our community and help us produce more materials like this.  We keep our reporting open and accessible to everyone because we believe in the power of free information. This is why our small, cost-effective team depends on the support of readers like you to bring deliver timely news, quality analysis, and on-the-ground reports about Russia's war against Ukraine and Ukraine's struggle to build a democratic society. A little bit goes a long way: for as little as the cost of one cup of coffee a month, you can help build bridges between Ukraine and the rest of the world, plus become a co-creator and vote for topics we should cover next. Become a patron or see other ways to support. Become a Patron!

To suggest a correction or clarification, write to us here

You can also highlight the text and press Ctrl + Enter

Please leave your suggestions or corrections here



    Euromaidan Press

    We are an independent media outlet that relies solely on advertising revenue to sustain itself. We do not endorse or promote any products or services for financial gain. Therefore, we kindly ask for your support by disabling your ad blocker. Your assistance helps us continue providing quality content. Thank you!

    Related Posts