The US is preventing Britain from allowing Ukraine to use Storm Shadow missiles in Russia, as The UK's month-old request to ease restrictions remains unanswered, the Times says, citing defense sources.
The operation has received full support from EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, who declared the EU's backing following a briefing from Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.
State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized that Ukraine alone makes the decisions in this operation, however the US policy about weapons restrictions remains unchanged - Ukraine is not allowed to strike deep inside Russian territory.
FBI's crackdown on an international network led by Maksim Marchenko resulted in a three-year sentence for the smuggling of sensitive microelectronics used in Russian weapons.
US policy on Ukraine's use of American weapons remains unchanged despite Russian attack on Kyiv hospital. NATO summit to focus on continued support for Ukraine, air defense, deterrence capabilities, and reaffirming Ukraine's future in the alliance.
Julianne Smith highlighted that European defense production has increased by over 40 percent, and the US is now producing nearly 80,000 rounds of 155mm shells per month to support Ukraine.
"Mark Rutte will make an excellent Secretary General," White House advisor Kirby says, welcoming the appointment of the Dutch PM as NATO chief. Rutte will assume office this fall.