WATCH | What does the US missile decision actually mean for Ukraine?

The US decision to authorize long-range Ukrainian strikes could help Kyiv defend the foothold in Russia's Kursk region that it seized as leverage in any war talks, but it could also escalate the conflict.

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 18: Joe Biden president of The United States walks as part of the G20 Summit 2024 at Museu de Arte Moderna on November 18, 2024 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The 2024 G20 Summit takes place in Brazil for the first time. The event gathers leaders of the most important economies. Starvation, sustainable development or social inclusion are some of the issues to be during the summit. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 18: Joe Biden president of The United States walks as part of the G20 Summit 2024 at Museu de Arte Moderna on November 18, 2024 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The 2024 G20 Summit takes place in Brazil for the first time. The event gathers leaders of the most important economies. Starvation, sustainable development or social inclusion are some of the issues to be during the summit. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images) (Buda Mendes)

The US decision to authorize long-range Ukrainian strikes could help Kyiv defend the foothold in Russia's Kursk region that it seized as leverage in any war talks, but it could also escalate the conflict.


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