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Ukraine Can Strike Deep Inside Russia Without U.S. Permission, Says State Department

Oct 1, 2024, 06:25 AM

The U.S. State Department has affirmed that Ukraine does not require American permission to carry out strikes deep inside Russia using its own homemade weapons. Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated, “Ukraine does not need our permission to strike back against Russian targets,” emphasizing Ukraine's right to defend itself without U.S. approval. This stance underscores the U.S. support for Ukraine's sovereignty as the country continues to combat Russian military operations. The acknowledgment of Ukraine's own weapons programs, which have been in place for over a year, highlights its capacity to launch retaliatory strikes.