American and Ukrainian officials are calling for increased transparency in sharing information with Russia about military installations within the Russian territory. The New York Times reports that Ukrainian representatives in Washington have engaged in meetings with members of Congress to secure permission for the United States to supply American weapons to Russia. The urgency of the Ukrainian requests has grown in recent weeks due to Russia’s utilization of American weapons in the occupation of Crimea, heightened military operations in the Kharkiv region, and interference with American navigation. US officials have expressed their desire for American weapons to be employed within legal boundaries and to provide intelligence data to target military facilities in Russia.

The request, previously rejected, is now being considered by the administration. The article highlights that the United States already shares certain intelligence information with Russia, specifically regarding military installations that are being prepared for potential missile attacks. Ukraine also has access to collective analytical photos that reveal Russian military activities.

Ukrainian officials argue that an increase in the number and effectiveness of targeted strikes is necessary to compel Russia to end the war. Consequently, they believe they require real-time, precise intelligence data, as well as additional information from partner countries, which are crucial allies of the United States and Europe.