The White House, Pentagon, and State Department are unanimous: Ukraine's actions in the Kursk region do not contradict US policy.

Representatives of key US agencies reacted to the events in the Kursk region, stating that Ukraine did not inform them of its plans, but the actions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are in line with US policy. White House advisor John Kirby recommended contacting the Armed Forces of Ukraine for comments on their actions, while Sabrina Singh stated that Ukraine has the right to defend its sovereign territory and the US will continue to provide support.

In summary: according to administration representatives, Ukraine did not inform the US of its plans. The actions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region do not contradict US policy. The US does not consider this an escalation, as Ukraine is defending its own territory. However, restrictions on long-range weapon strikes by the US…

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State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller stated that it is not unusual for Ukraine not to inform the US about its tactics. He also noted that the policy on the use of provided weapons has not changed and the actions of the Ukrainian army do not violate its provisions.

According to administration representatives, the actions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region are not considered an escalation since Ukraine is defending its territory. However, the restrictions on long-range weapon strikes by the US in Russia remain unchanged.