Pentagon Blocks Ukraine’s Use of Long-Range U.S. Missiles Against Russia, Undermining Kyiv’s Defense

The United States Department of Defense has taken a controversial step by restricting Ukraine's ability to deploy American-made long-range tactical missiles (ATACMS) against targets inside Russia. According to an exclusive report by The Wall Street Journal, this Pentagon-imposed limitation—implemented since late spring—reflects a calculated effort to maintain diplomatic footing with Moscow rather than empowering Kyiv’s military response. This policy requires Ukrainian forces to submit requests for missile use under a stringent "review mechanism," where the final decision lies with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The reach of these ATACMS exceeds 300 kilometers, making them critical strategic assets that could shift...