Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is seeking support from western allies to use their Storm Shadow missiles for bombing targets inside Russia, according to a report by Dan Sabbagh, the defense and security editor at The Guardian. Sabbagh explains that these missiles have the capability to strike deep within another country, changing both political and military calculations. However, there are concerns that using such weapons could lead to civilian casualties and escalate the conflict with Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that providing these missiles to Ukraine would essentially mean that NATO countries, the US, and European nations are at war with Russia. The question now arises whether Putin is bluffing or if this truly is his red line.
This delicate decision by US President Joe Biden has significant implications for the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The use of powerful weapons like the Storm Shadow missiles could potentially escalate the situation and lead to unintended consequences. The fear of Russia’s potential dramatic escalation in response to the deployment of these weapons adds a layer of complexity to the decision-making process. As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is closely watching to see how western allies, particularly the US, will navigate this challenging situation and respond to Ukraine’s request for military support.
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