Reports indicate that Ukraine has launched attacks on Russia using American ATACMS missiles, with sources citing Bloomberg news stating that Russian President Vladimir Putin has consented to the potential use of nuclear weapons. Russia initiated its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, marking a significant escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War that began in 2014.
Over two years later, Russia is said to have caused substantial damage to the Ukrainian military in terms of personnel and equipment. Ukraine is also facing a concerning decline in the number of soldiers available for its defense. After experiencing notable military defeats, Ukraine has been seeking permission from the United States to deploy its missiles and, following President Biden’s approval, has signaled its readiness to utilize the newly authorized weaponry.
In the midst of this, a shift in power is occurring in the United States as Joe Biden prepares to hand over the presidency to Donald Trump. At the time of the invasion, President Joe Biden was in full control of the White House, and he has now granted permission for Ukraine to use American “Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS)” long-range missiles for operations within Russian territory, representing a notable change from his earlier emphasis on reducing conflict. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war stands as the largest and deadliest confrontation in Europe since World War II, resulting in thousands of casualties among both military and civilian populations on either side.
