The Biden administration is lifting restrictions that previously prevented Ukraine from using U.S. weapons to hit deep into Russian territory. This significant policy shift comes just over two months before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration and follows months of requests from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Experts suggest that while some U.S. officials are skeptical about the impact on the war’s direction, the decision could enhance Ukraine’s position for future ceasefire negotiations as Russia has sent North Korean troops to bolster its forces.