Biden's ATACMS Move Escalates Ukraine Conflict

The conflict in Eastern Europe has escalated dramatically following President Joe Biden's authorization for Ukraine to use U.S. Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike inside Russian territory. This decision involved U.S. personnel and satellite data for targeting, leading Russian President Vladimir Putin to lower Moscow's nuclear threshold, framing any attack with Western support as joint aggression, potentially involving nuclear retaliation. North Korea's contribution of 10,000 troops to Russia's forces adds further tension, while the U.S. plans to send $275 million in new weapons to Ukraine to bolster its defense. The shift in U.S. policy has garnered mixed reactions, with some lawmakers supporting the move as a necessary step to empower Ukraine, while others express concern over potential escalation into a wider conflict. Observers worry that these developments could lead to a broader war, as the geopolitical landscape becomes increasingly volatile.