Britain has supplied Ukraine with Storm Shadow long-range cruise missiles, a Western official said, which would allow its forces to hit Russian troops and logistics hubs deep behind the front line. CNN first reported the decision, citing multiple senior Western officials. It said Britain had received assurances from Kyiv that these missiles would be used only within Ukrainian territory and not inside Russia. Ukraine has been asking for months for long-range missiles, but support provided by Britain and other allies has previously been limited to shorter-range weapons. The Kremlin said the reports would require "an adequate response from our military." To read the original story by Reuters, click here.
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