U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Discusses Weapon Use in Ukraine Conflict

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that utilizing donated U.S. weapons for long-range strikes into Russia would not significantly impact the war for Ukraine. Speaking at Ramstein air base, he emphasized that no single weapon would be decisive and highlighted Ukraine’s own significant capabilities.

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized that the use of donated American weapons for long-range strikes into Russia wouldn't decisively change the course of the war in Ukraine.

During a briefing at the U.S. air base in Ramstein, Germany, Austin underscored that no specific weapon system could be a game changer in the conflict.

He also pointed out that Russia has repositioned its glide bombs beyond the reach of ATACMS missiles, and that Ukraine possesses significant capabilities to target areas beyond the range of British Storm Shadow missiles.

(With inputs from agencies.)