French minister hints at new military policy towards Russia-Ukraine situation
French government keeps open position about Ukraineʼs military strikes into Russian territory. US makes significant change in weapon-use policy letting Ukraine hit targets deep in Russia
In a key policy statement French minister Jean-Noel Barrot talked about letting Ukraine hit military targets in Russia: this option stays open for discussion. The minister shared his thoughts with press before EU meeting in Brussels saying that its nothing unexpected about Frances position on this matter
The US made a big change in its weapon-use rules about a year ago. President Joe Bidenʼs team switched their long-time position — now Ukraine can use US-made weapons to hit targets deep in Russia (which was not allowed before). Two US officials and another source close to decision-making confirmed this info
- France already gave long-range missiles to Ukraine
- US changed its weapon-use policy
- Both countries support Ukraines defense needs
The policy updates from both Western allies show how military aid rules change as the Russia-Ukraine situation goes on. These changes let Ukraine defend its land better and hit targets that threaten its safety — a move that marks a different approach to military support
