The Pentagon is urging Ukraine to maximize the effectiveness of its limited supply of long-range ATACMS missiles. Recent discussions among U.S. officials suggest that targeting Crimea and Russian naval assets could enhance strategic outcomes. The Biden administration is reportedly considering lifting restrictions on Ukraine's ability to strike deep into Russian territory, potentially during the upcoming UN General Assembly from September 24 to 30. This move has sparked a strong reaction from Russian officials, who claim it signifies NATO's direct involvement in the conflict.
U.S. officials have indicated that 'several hundred' ATACMS missiles have already been supplied to Ukraine, which has utilized most of them. The discussions about long-range strikes have raised concerns in Moscow, with Russian leaders asserting that this could be an attempt to mask NATO's participation in the ongoing war. They argue that such actions would constitute aggression against Russia and fundamentally alter the nature of the conflict.
