Trump administration weighs sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine amid escalating conflict

By kevinhughes // 2025-10-01

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The Trump administration is weighing Ukraine's request for long-range Tomahawk missiles (1,500-mile range), which could dramatically escalate tensions with Russia and push the conflict toward a broader NATO-Russia war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukrainian officials claim deep-strike capabilities (including Moscow) would force Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate peace by making war too costly for Russia.
While Vice President JD Vance remains noncommittal, U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg supports long-range strikes, stating "there are no sanctuaries in war." The Kremlin warns such weapons imply direct NATO involvement.
Putin has drawn a "red line" on long-range Western strikes inside Russia, suggesting NATO personnel would need to operate the missiles—effectively making it a declaration of war.
Initially skeptical of Ukraine's battlefield prospects, Trump now suggests Ukraine could "WIN back" lost territory but faces frustration over Putin's refusal to negotiate without territorial concessions. The decision could determine whether the war expands or diplomatic solutions prevail.

The Trump administration is considering a controversial request from Ukraine to supply long-range Tomahawk missiles—a move that could dramatically escalate tensions with Russia and potentially push the conflict toward a broader war. Vice President JD Vance confirmed Sunday, Sept. 28, that the White House is "looking at" the proposal, emphasizing that President Donald Trump will make the final decision based on U.S. interests. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly urged Washington to provide Tomahawk missiles, arguing that the capability to strike deep into Russian territory—including Moscow—would force Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate peace. "If the cost of continuing the war for Moscow is too high, it will be forced to start peace talks," Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Ivan Havryliuk told the BBC. The Tomahawk missile, with a range of approximately 1,500 miles, would mark a significant escalation in Ukraine's offensive capabilities. Currently, Kyiv relies on long-range drones for strikes inside Russia, including recent attacks near Moscow that killed civilians—a tactic Moscow has condemned as terrorism. "The Tomahawk cruise missile is a precision-guided, subsonic weapon system designed for long-range, deep-strike capability, allowing the U.S. military to hit high-value targets deep within enemy territory without risking pilots or aircraft," Brighteon.AI's Enoch explained. "With its stealthy, low-altitude flight profile and advanced navigation systems, the Tomahawk has been used in numerous conflicts, often as a first-strike weapon to cripple air defenses, command centers or critical infrastructure before broader military operations begin."

Trump's shifting stance and mixed signals from Washington

While Vance remained noncommittal, U.S. Special Envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg appeared to endorse long-range strikes. "There are no such things as sanctuaries in war," said Kellogg. "The answer is yes. Use the ability to hit deep." The Kremlin swiftly dismissed the idea, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov claiming, "Whether it's Tomahawks or other missiles, they won't be able to change the dynamic." However, Peskov also warned that Moscow is analyzing who would control such weapons—the U.S. or Ukraine—raising concerns about direct NATO involvement. The debate over Tomahawks comes amid one of Russia's largest aerial assaults since the war began. Early Sunday, Moscow launched over 600 drones and missiles in a 12-hour barrage, killing at least four people and injuring dozens in Kyiv. Ukrainian officials warn that Russia is deploying more advanced drones capable of evading electronic jamming. (Related: Russia unleashes largest drone attack of Ukraine war in retaliation for strikes on air bases.) Meanwhile, NATO is bolstering defenses in the Baltic region after unidentified drones were spotted over Danish military facilities—including airbases hosting F-16s and F-35s. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warned that any NATO attempt to shoot down Russian or Belarusian jets would trigger an immediate response. Trump, who initially expressed skepticism about Ukraine's ability to reclaim lost territory, recently shifted tone, declaring on Truth Social: "I think Ukraine, with the support of the European Union, is in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form." However, Trump has also grown frustrated with Putin's refusal to engage in serious peace talks unless Kyiv concedes territory—a condition Zelensky rejects. Supplying Tomahawks risks crossing Putin's "red line" on long-range strikes inside Russia, potentially provoking a direct NATO-Russia confrontation. Some analysts fear Moscow could retaliate with nuclear threats, particularly if NATO deploys troops to Ukraine—a scenario that could spiral into global conflict. As tensions mount, the White House faces a critical decision: Arm Ukraine for deeper strikes or restrain escalation in favor of diplomatic solutions. With Russia intensifying attacks and NATO expanding its footprint, the coming weeks could determine whether the war expands—or whether peace remains possible. Watch the video comparing the U.S. Tomahawk and Russia's Kalibr cruise missiles. This video is from the Russia Truth channel on Brighteon.com.

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Trump's shifting stance and mixed signals from Washington

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