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Euromaidan Press
27 Sep 2024
Maria Tril


UK Foreign Minister awaits approval to strike deeper into Russian territory before winter

As Ukraine approaches a difficult winter, the UK Foreign Secretary stresses the importance of Ukraine’s ability to use long-range weapons against targets in Russia.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints Cabinet Ministers
Foreign Secretary David Lammy. Credit: gov.uk
UK Foreign Minister awaits approval to strike deeper into Russian territory before winter

The UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy expects a decision on lifting restrictions for Ukraine to use Western long-range weapons against military targets in Russia will be made before winter, reports Voice of America (VOA).

Western nations, including the US and UK, maintain restrictions on the use of their long-range weapons, such as ATACMS and Storm Shadow missiles, for deep strikes inside Russia. This policy persists despite Ukraine’s appeals for such capabilities amid escalating Russian air attacks, reportedly to avoid further escalation of the war.

The UN General Assembly is currently in session, bringing world leaders together to discuss global issues, including the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US President Joe Biden at the White House on late 26 September, presenting Ukraine’s Victory Plan. Zelenskyy also told CNN that he is going to present a Victory Plan to US officials during his upcoming visit, with a key focus on obtaining approval for the use of long-range weapons against targets inside Russia.

“I expect that we will be in a very strong position over the next few days and weeks to provide Ukraine with everything necessary as we approach this difficult winter of 2025,” Lammy said in an interview with VOA.

Lammy indicated that British intelligence suggested that the Russian “economy is in poor condition” and Vladimir Putin’s situation would become much more difficult next year.

“It will be very difficult for him to cope with the number of losses and casualties he has suffered,” the minister said.

The Foreign Secretary also highlighted Ukraine’s successes on the frontline: “They have already managed to push Putin out of the Black Sea. They have launched an offensive in the Kursk Oblast and, I hope, will hold these positions.”

“Now is the moment, as we move from autumn into the winter period, when the West needs to demonstrate its courage and absolute commitment,” Lammy added about the critical timing of Western support.

The minister’s comments came in response to a question about when partners might make this important decision regarding the use of long-range weapons against targets in Russia.

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