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Key updates on May 31:
- Presidential Office confirms Washington allowed Kyiv to strike inside Russia with US arms near Kharkiv
- 75 Ukrainian prisoners brought back from Russian captivity
- Ukraine signs security agreements with Sweden, Norway, Iceland
- Ukraine strikes ferry crossing, oil depots in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai, General Staff says
- SBU drones destroyed Russia’s long-range radar in Crimea, sources say
The U.S. gave Ukraine permission to use American-supplied weapons to strike targets in Russia near the border with Kharkiv Oblast, as confirmed by President Zelensky’s spokesperson. This move aims to counter Russian aggression in the region.
Ukraine continues to push for support from allies to lift restrictions on using Western-provided weapons against Russia. Recent attacks on ferry crossings, oil depots, and radar systems in Russia are part of Ukraine’s efforts to disrupt Russian military movements.
The release of 75 Ukrainian prisoners from Russian captivity is a positive development, showcasing ongoing efforts to reunite captives with their families. Ukraine is also strengthening its security agreements with Sweden, Norway, and Iceland to bolster defense against Russian forces.