Ukrainian offensive on Kursk changes allied policy on strikes on Russia - Politico
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The Ukrainian army's offensive on Kursk may change the allies' policy on attacks on Russian territory. Germany and other countries demonstrate support for Ukraine's actions, recognizing its right to self-defense.
The events in the Kursk region may change the attitude of Ukraine's allies to attacks on Russian territory. This is reported by Politico, according to UNN.
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The publication notes that there are currently no signs that the allies, who had previously demonstrated caution and indecision, are opposing the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on enemy territory. Even Germany, which was particularly afraid of provoking the Kremlin by allowing the use of its weapons, has taken a supportive stance.
The Foreign Ministry in Berlin told the newspaper that "Ukraine has a right to defend itself guaranteed by international law, and it is not limited to its own territory.
Politicians from the conservative opposition in Germany are even more supportive of the Ukrainian offensive and the use of German weapons in Russia. Roderich Kiesewetter, an influential member of the Christian Democratic Union, noted that strikes on "base zones" in Russia with weapons provided by Germany are completely legal.
After the transfer, the weapon becomes Ukrainian, so the question of its origin does not matter,
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has not yet commented on the situation, remaining on summer vacation.
