US Considers Lifting Restrictions On Ukraine Attacks On Russia

The Biden administration secretly lifted restrictions months ago on Ukraine's ability to target Russian territory with Western-supplied weapons, allowing strikes beyond defensive operations near Kursk, according to Kyiv and Western sources. President Donald Trump is now seriously considering formally removing all remaining Biden-era limits on Ukraine's military operations, a move intended to pressure Russia into peace talks amid ongoing and intensified Russian attacks. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed that range restrictions on weapons supplied to Ukraine have already been lifted by Western allies, a decision the Kremlin called 'dangerous.' Analysts suggest the easing of restrictions enables Ukraine to strike critical Russian military infrastructure, including command centers and air bases launching attacks on Ukraine. Trump's potential policy shift aligns the U.S. more closely with European allies and comes as diplomatic discussions with German officials are underway to determine the next phase of support and sanctions against Russia. Despite efforts to mediate peace, increasing Russian aggression and skepticism about Moscow's intentions have prompted calls for stronger military backing of Ukraine from Western leaders.