NATO's Stoltenberg Advocates Lifting Restrictions on Ukraine's Use of Western Weapons

Italian leaders oppose NATO chief's call, stressing risks of escalation and nuclear conflict

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg urges allies to allow Ukraine to strike Russian targets with Western-supplied weapons.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and other leaders strongly reject Stoltenberg's suggestion, emphasizing cautious and collective decision-making.
The U.S. currently restricts Ukraine from using American weapons to attack Russian territory, a policy under growing scrutiny from lawmakers.
Sweden has permitted Ukraine to use its supplied weapons against military targets in Russia, contrasting with Italy's stance.
Concerns over potential escalation and nuclear risks dominate the opposition to changing the current restrictions.