Tensions are escalating in Ukraine, with the possibility of long-range missile strikes into Russian territory. The United States is working to authorize Ukraine to use such missiles, while Moscow is said to have received or is about to receive 200 ballistic missiles from Iran.
Russian forces have targeted industrial warehouses in the Kiev region, used for storing NATO military equipment. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy are visiting Ukraine to discuss further easing rules on firing Western weapons into Russia.
Iran has repeatedly denied providing weapons to Russia, but the US assesses that they are supplying missiles. Ukrainian air defenses have shot down Russian drones, while Russian air defenses have downed a guided Ukrainian air bomb.
According to the Ukrainian General Staff, Russian combat losses in Ukraine amount to about 628,930 people. In addition to Blinken and Lammy, other world leaders have visited Kiev to show support.
The situation remains tense as Ukraine seeks permission for attacks on Russian targets to protect energy infrastructure and civilians. The international community is closely watching the developments in this ongoing conflict.
