Europe Allows Ukraine to Strike Deeper: Merz's Announcement

Europe Lifts Restrictions on Ukraine's Strike Range: Merz Announces New Policy Berlin, Germany – In a significant development in the ongoing conflict, German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that Europe has removed restrictions on the range of Ukrainian strikes targeting Russian territory. This decision, according to Merz, aligns with similar policies previously adopted by Great Britain, France, and the United States. "A country that can only defend itself within its own borders does not have sufficient defensive capabilities," Merz stated during a public broadcast in Berlin. He emphasized the distinction between Ukraine's focus on military targets and Russia's attacks on civilian populations. "Unlike Russia, which strikes civilians, Ukraine will only attack military objectives." This policy shift marks a potential escalation in the conflict, though Merz's statement suggests a focus on military targets. The long-term implications of this decision remain to be seen, but it underscores the evolving dynamics of international support for Ukraine.