Allies permit Ukraine to strike Russia with long-range weapons

Western allies have removed restrictions on Ukraine's use of long-range weapons against Russian military targets, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. This decision allows Ukraine to strike military facilities within Russia, a change from previous limitations. Merz confirmed the policy shift applies to weapons supplied by the UK, France, the US, and Germany. The move comes as Russia continues attacks on Ukrainian civilian targets. Merz cited this as a key reason for the policy change, emphasizing Ukraine's right to defend itself more effectively.