Reuters: Putin again threatens “range of responses” if deep Russia strikes allowed with Western weapons
Ukraine is not allowed to use Western-supplied missiles inside Russia.
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Euroactiv: Finland urges Germany to lose reservations on Ukraine
German leader Scholz is against supplying Taurus missiles to Ukraine and opposes Ukraine’s fast-track NATO membership, still fearing an "escalation."
Ex-CIA chief Petraeus calls for expanded tactical missile support for Ukraine
After the US announced a $400 million aid package during Austin's Kyiv visit, Petraeus warned that more support is crucial to halt Russian advances.
Zelenskyy meets UK PM Starmer and NATO chief Rutte in London for crucial talks
Zelenskyy seeks military aid and long-range weapons approval in London talks, with further European meetings scheduled.
Western weapon use restrictions for Ukraine are “militarily silly and strategically stupid,” Mike Pompeo says
The ex-CIA director and former US State Secretary condemns limitations on Ukraine's use of long-range Western weapons and dismisses escalation concerns.
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 “unimpressed” with Zelenskyy’s “Victory Plan,” WSJ sources say
WSJ says US officials are skeptical of Ukraine's victory plan as Zelenskyy prepares to brief Biden amid growing tensions and battlefield challenges.
G7 and EU discuss Ukraine’s energy and military needs ahead of winter
EU and G7 foreign ministers discuss supporting Ukraine's energy and military needs, emphasizing electricity production capacity and focusing on air defense against Russian infrastructure attacks.
NYT: Biden faces pressure to allow Ukraine longer-range strikes on Russia
The US President faces mounting pressure to permit Ukraine's use of longer-range weapons against Russian bases. Finland's president and NATO's departing secretary general urge loosening restrictions while Ukraine loses ground in Donbas.
Frederiksen: Let’s end the red lines discussion, Russia crossed most important one, entering Ukraine
Danish PM says discussions about self-imposed limitations have been a mistake, giving Russia "too good a card in their hands."
CNN: Zelenskyy says long-range weapons ban lift key part of his “Victory Plan”
Ukrainian President prepares to present his "victory plan" to US officials, highlighting the need for the approval of deep strikes inside Russia.
US Congress nears deal to extend expiring $6 billion Ukraine aid package, Reuters sources say
US Congress and Biden administration are close to agreeing on one-year extension of $6 billion Ukraine aid, Reuters says. Pentagon intends to use "every dollar and cent" of the expiring funds.
Stoltenberg: Each NATO ally to decide on Ukraine’s use of missiles in Russia
NATO chief welcomes discussions on Ukraine's potential use of long-range missiles against Russian territory, but emphasizes that final decisions rest with individual allies.
Former UK officials push for unilateral approval for Ukraine’s long-range missile use in Russia
The UK won't permit Ukraine to use Storm Shadow missiles against Russian targets without US approval, as the government anticipates approval at the UN assembly, per The Times.
Politico: Biden deliberates on Ukraine’s missile use in Russia as nuclear plants face rising threats
Washington is not yet ready to fully allow Ukraine to target Russia’s airfields with long-range US missiles, though it may lift restrictions on the UK’s Storm Shadow missiles, which use US technology, per Politico.
No green light yet for Ukraine’s deep strikes, UK’s Starmer reports after White House meeting
UK PM Starmer, after meeting with US President Biden, says no decision yet on Russia long-range strikes for Ukraine, hints at further talks during UN Assembly.
Scholz doubles down on Germany’s stance against providing Taurus missiles to Kyiv
Olaf Scholz reaffirms Germany's refusal to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine. Meanwhile, US and UK leaders discuss allowing Ukraine to target Russia with Western missiles.
Trudeau: Canada fully supports Ukraine using long-range weaponry in Russia
"Canada and others are unequivocal that Ukraine must win this war against Russia," Trudeau said.
UK quietly approves Ukraine’s use of Storm Shadow missiles in Russia, US may lift similar restrictions, The Guardian says
US Secretary of State Blinken suggested lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range weapons, while UK sources indicate Britain has allowed Storm Shadow strikes on Russian targets, per The Guardian.
Politico: US finalizes plans for Ukraine’s deeper strikes inside Russia with US-supplied weapons
The Biden administration is finalizing plans to ease restrictions on Ukraine's use of US-donated weapons, potentially allowing deeper strikes inside Russia, per Politico sources.