Recently, the Biden administration decided to send long-range missiles, like the Army
Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), to Ukraine. This marks a change in U.S. policy, allowing
Ukraine to target Russian military infrastructure deep inside Russian controlled areas. Although
the U.S. has been cautious about escalating the conflict, this decision reflects increased
confidence in Ukraine’s ability to use the weapons effectively.
The Biden administration likely decided to send long-range missiles to Ukraine due to
Ukraine’s success in reclaiming territory and their resilience against Russian aggression.
Ukraine has repeatedly requested more advanced weapons to break the Russian siege and
prevent future attacks. Long-range missiles can disrupt Russian supply lines and infrastructure,
weakening Russia’s military effort and stretching their resources.
Providing long-range missiles to Ukraine carries risks, as it could raise the conflict and
provoke a stronger Russian response. Critics also worry that increased U.S. involvement could
lead to greater international instability. However, the Biden administration likely weighed these
risks against the need to help Ukraine defend its sovereignty and challenge Russia’s military
efforts.
https://responsiblestatecraft.org/biden-approves-long-range-missiles/
