The United States considers it absolutely legal and even supports Ukraine's strikes against military facilities located in Crimea. This was stated at a briefing on February 16 by US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland..
“Russian military bases in Crimea are legitimate targets for Ukraine.
Kyiv hits them, and we support it,” said Victoria Nuland.
In her opinion, “this is part of ensuring a lasting containment of Russia”.
“Ukraine will not be safe if Crimea is at least, at least not demilitarized,” Nuland said..
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Recall, she also said that the United States, along with G7 allies, are preparing to introduce new restrictions against Russia on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine..