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Pentagon Approves Ukraine's Use of US Weapons in Kursk and Sumy

Aug 22, 2024, 09:25 PM

The Pentagon has confirmed that the United States has authorized Ukraine to use American weapons in its operations in Russia's Kursk region. This decision is part of a broader policy that allows Ukraine to conduct counterattacks to defend itself against Russian attacks originating from border regions, including Kursk and Sumy. Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh stated that the policy supports Ukraine's right to engage in counter fires as a defensive measure. The U.S. continues to provide support to Ukraine for its battlefield needs.