France and Britain have granted Ukraine permission to strike deep within russian territory using SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles, according to Le Figaro.
(It is worth noting that as of the morning of November 18, Le Figaro had deleted its publication claiming that France and the United Kingdom had authorized SCALP/Storm Shadow strikes on russia. A representative of the British government expressed full support for Ukraine but refrained from commenting on the authorization of long-range Storm Shadow missile strikes on russia - e.d.)
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This decision aligns with the U.S. approval from President Joe Biden’s administration, which recently authorized Ukrainian forces to use long-range ATACMS missiles against russian targets.
Previously, British and French leaders had expressed support for Ukraine’s requests for long-range strike capabilities but hesitated to approve their use until the U.S. provided the green light.
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