Ukrainian Strikes on Military Targets in Russia’s Rear are Essential for ISW

Russia has launched a series of airstrikes against Ukraine, with the latest attack being the largest since the start of the war. Ukrainian officials are calling on Western allies to lift restrictions on using long-range weapons to target Russian missile launchers in order to prevent further attacks. Experts argue that targeting the launchers themselves is essential to counter the airstrikes. The US-based Institute for the Study of War notes that there are military targets in Russia within the range of US-provided missiles, which could put pressure on the Russian military. However, the US has limited the range at which Ukraine can fire these missiles. Some experts argue that this restriction may need to be lifted in order for Ukraine to effectively defend itself. It is now up to decision-makers to weigh the potential risks and benefits of expanding the targets for these missile systems. The question remains whether the consequences of not taking action against Russian missile launchers outweigh the risks of potential escalation and Russian responses. Ukraine is urging the international community to consider allowing them to use Western-provided weapons against deeper Russian targets to better protect themselves.

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