Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is pressing President Trump to approve the transfer of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, saying they could speed up the end of the war by striking key Russian military positions. He vowed the weapons would be used only against legitimate military targets, not civilian areas.
Zelensky argued that stronger firepower would allow Ukraine to pressure Moscow into serious negotiations, noting that diplomatic breakthroughs often come when strength and strategy align. He praised the recent Middle East peace deal brokered by Trump as proof that firm leadership can make peace possible, even in seemingly impossible conflicts.
While Zelensky insists the missiles are vital for defense, the proposal has stirred debate in Washington and abroad. Some foreign policy officials warn that sending Tomahawks could escalate tensions with Russia, while others believe it would force Vladimir Putin to reconsider his aggression and bring him to the negotiating table.
President Trump has said he’s weighing the request carefully. His administration has emphasized that any new weapons aid must be used responsibly and with clear objectives. Trump has repeatedly said his goal is to end the war swiftly through strength and leverage, not endless funding or open-ended commitments.
Zelensky’s request underscores how closely Kyiv is aligning with Trump’s renewed focus on “peace through power.” The next decision from the White House could determine whether Ukraine gains the upper hand—or whether the war drags on into yet another year.
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