Ukraine can now strike targets in Russia using US-provided arms after President Joe Biden gave the go-ahead on Thursday, a marked policy shift that comes at a critical time in the conflict.
Administration officials say the permission is granted but limited to the area of Kharkiv in the north-east of the country, the scene of intense fighting amid a Russian advance across the border.
The decision sees the United States follow the stance taken by some European allies, that Ukraine should have the right to attack within Russia with Western weapons.
Benji Hyer reports.
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