Trump Threatens Putin with Delivery of Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine if War Continues
Former U.S.
President Donald Trump has openly announced his readiness to supply Ukraine with advanced Tomahawk cruise missiles if Russian President Vladimir Putin refuses to pursue efforts to end the war.
According to Trump, this threat serves as a powerful diplomatic tool to pressure Moscow and could become a critical step in negotiations.
He plans to discuss this matter directly with Putin to warn him of the seriousness of intentions.
During a flight to the Middle East to participate in the signing ceremony of a historic peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, Trump did not hide his stance on Ukraine and emphasized that the previous Biden administration provided significant financial support, but fell short on military assistance.
“We gave them respect, but not the crucial aid,” he stated.
Trump stressed that the United States could supply Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles — a highly potent weapon capable of altering the course of the conflict.
Experts note that these missiles have a range of about 1,600 kilometers and can strike targets at great distances, but their deployment should be carefully considered.
However, Trump said he has not set specific timelines for delivery or made a final decision, indicating that this step is part of a new phase in U.S.
policy regarding the conflict.
He also highlighted the importance of negotiations and perseverance to achieve peace.
Analysts suggest that such a stance could escalate the situation and compel Russia to reconsider its position seriously.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has already discussed the possibility of receiving these missiles with Trump.
Russia has expressed grave concern over the potential delivery of long-range weapons to Ukraine, fearing that it could deepen the conflict.
Recent days have seen intensified phone conversations between Ukrainian and U.S.
leaders, reflecting increasing tension and efforts to find effective ways to halt the war.