London could allow Storm Shadow strikes on Russia, but three countries need to agree
Storm Shadow missiles (MBDA)
The UK could grant permission for strikes on Russia, but approval from France, Germany, and the United States is necessary due to their contributions to missile development, citing the RBC-Ukraine article "Concerns and doubts of the West: Why Ukraine is restricted from long-range strikes into Russia."
A well-informed diplomatic source revealed that London might allow the use of Storm Shadow missiles for strikes on Russian territory. However, to implement this decision, approval from three other countries is required.
Specifically, France must agree since the Storm Shadow is a joint Franco-British development. Additionally, Germany and the US must also consent because components from these countries are used in the missiles.
At the same time, these three nations currently express concerns about the potential escalation effects of such strikes. However, the Kursk operation should have dispelled these fears.
It was recently reported that the UK supports Ukraine's use of Storm Shadow missiles for strikes on Russian territory. However, due to differences with the US, London has refrained from publicly advocating for their use in targeting Russian military facilities.
Storm Shadow missiles
The Storm Shadow is a British-French long-range cruise missile designed for strikes on strategic enemy targets. It is launched from aircraft and can hit targets up to 290 miles (about 460 km) away.
These missiles are known for their precision, and ability to evade enemy radar and penetrate through enemy defenses. The missile is equipped with a powerful warhead capable of inflicting significant damage on well-protected targets such as bunkers, bridges, and command centers.
Ukraine received these missiles from the UK, enabling it to strike critical military targets far from the front lines, including those on Russian territory.
