The Biden administration fears that more North Korean special forces units could follow in support of this effort. Senior U.S. officials have repeatedly expressed private concern that Russia could retaliate by escalating inside Ukraine and around the world. Ukraine’s control of Russian territory has taken on intense significance as both sides scramble for advantage ahead of potential talks. He declined to comment on specifics about the steps the Biden administration was taking to respond to the North Korean troops. Though this policy reversal gives Kyiv a significant new tool, Biden administration officials note that Ukraine has very limited stocks of ATACMS.

Source: Washington Post November 17, 2024 19:44 UTC