Posted 9/16/2023, 10:27:00 AM

Biden Not Expected to Announce Transfer of Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine During Zelenskyy Visit

Biden administration reportedly not planning to announce transfer of ATACMS missiles to Ukraine during Zelenskyy's visit.
Decision on supplying ATACMS raised by Ukraine officials during Blinken's Kyiv visit last week.
Kremlin warned supplying longer-range missiles would cross a "red line".
Zelenskyy and Biden to meet at White House on Sept. 21, new military aid expected.
U.S. media reports increased likelihood of positive decision on providing ATACMS missiles.

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