Several NATO countries have lifted restrictions on Ukraine's use of their weaponry following Russia's offensive in Kharkiv, defying Putin's threats of all-out war. Russia has suffered its deadliest consecutive days of warfare, losing 1,270 troops on Sunday and 1,290 on Monday.
Western nations allowing Ukraine to utilize their weaponry to strike inside Russia has fueled a surge in casualties. Ukraine intends to request further relaxation of restrictions from its allies, according to its foreign minister.
Yesterday, Ukraine's Defence Ministry announced the loss of 1,270 Russian troops, marking Russia's deadliest day in the ongoing conflict. This toll was surpassed today with an additional 1,290 Russians reportedly "eliminated" by Ukrainian forces.
The total number of Russian troops killed since the invasion now exceeds 500,000, with Ukrainian forces claiming to have destroyed thousands of tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery pieces.
Kyiv asserts that Russian casualties have exceeded 1,000 per day since Moscow's latest offensive in Kharkiv began on May 10. This offensive has resulted in Russia's largest territorial gains in over a year.
US President Joe Biden recently authorized Ukraine to use US-made weapons against Russian targets, further escalating tensions. Ukraine seeks broader approval from its allies to employ their weaponry against Russian assets.
Western air defense systems and permission to strike Russian targets with Western weapons are deemed vital by conflict analysts for Ukraine's defense against Russian attacks.
Several NATO nations have softened their stance on weapon use following Russia's offensive in northeastern Kharkiv. President Zelensky has repeatedly urged Western allies to permit the use of their weapons on Russian soil.
Video footage surfaced showing US-made missiles targeting Russian military sites, following Biden's decision to lift the US ban. Putin has warned of dire consequences if Ukraine employs Western weapons on Russian territory.
Despite Putin's threats, the UK has provided Ukraine with both lethal and non-lethal weaponry, affirming Ukraine's right to use them as deemed necessary, including striking targets in Russia.
It goes without saying that Ukrane must strike back if , as it is certain, Russia is trying to destroy Ukranian infrastructure.
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