U.S. Secretary of State and British Foreign Secretary arrived in Kyiv on a joint visit as Ukraine seeks approval to use long-range missiles against Russia. The top diplomats reached the Ukrainian capital by train following a U.S. presidential debate where the conflict in Ukraine was a key topic.
Secretary Blinken, who traveled from London, accused Iran of supplying Russia with short-range ballistic missiles, labeling it a significant escalation of the war. Ukraine has been urging the U.S. and Western allies to authorize the use of long-range weapons to target Russia, emphasizing the need to protect civilians and ensure safety.
Ukrainian Prime Minister expressed the country's determination to secure approval for targeting military assets in Russia to counter the reported weapons acquisitions by Russia. The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of responding to threats and ensuring the safety of Ukrainian citizens.
The visit coincides with an upcoming meeting between British Prime Minister and President Biden in Washington. Russian airstrikes, particularly targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, have intensified in recent weeks with frequent missile and drone attacks.
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