Turkish President Erdogan Criticizes U.S. Missile Decision

• Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticizes the U.S.’s approval of Ukraine’s use of American missiles against Russian military targets as a “big mistake.”

• The move, which allows Kyiv to use long-range ATACMS missiles, is seen as a significant U.S. policy shift.

• Erdogan warns that this move could escalate the conflict and lead to a greater reaction from Russia.

• He points out that Russia’s decree allows for a nuclear response in case of a massive air attack, even with conventional weapons.

• Erdogan warns that the slightest mistake made based on this decision could lead to a major new war.

• Turkey has criticized Putin’s revision of Russian nuclear policy, calling it “irresponsible” and calling for NATO’s examination.