U.S. restrictions put key Russian air bases out of firing range, officials sayKHARKIV, Ukraine — A new U.S. policy allowing Ukraine to fire certain American weapons at Russian territory has led to a reduction in some Russian attacks but still restricts the range enough that it prevents Ukraine from hitting key airfields, two Ukrainian officials said. Those airfields are used by Russian jets that drop the deadly glide bombs now inflicting the greatest damage on military positions and civilians. Share this article ShareThis month, Russia fired six glide bombs on Kharkiv city, killing one person and injuring seven, Terekhov said. Right now, however, officials say Ukraine’s inability to deter Russian glide bomb attacks is the main shortcoming in the otherwise effective U.S. policy change. AdvertisementDespite the relative improvement, Kharkiv city urgently needs improved air defenses to protect civilians from the glide bomb attacks, Terekhov said.

Source: Washington Post June 22, 2024 14:55 UTC