Biden Administration Approves ATACMS for Ukraine

President Joe Biden's administration has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles to strike targets inside Russia, a significant shift in U.S. policy. This decision, influenced by Russia's increasing military presence and recent escalations, is seen as a way to support Ukraine ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Experts believe it may be too late for Trump to revoke this authorization, and the strikes could enhance Ukraine's negotiating position. However, the decision has provoked strong warnings from Russia, with President Putin asserting it could escalate the conflict dramatically. The authorization reflects a broader pattern of reactive U.S. foreign policy regarding the Ukraine crisis. Despite skepticism about its impact on the war's trajectory, this move is expected to bolster Ukraine's military capabilities at a critical moment.