US President Trump stated he is “not really” considering providing long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, emphasizing that the conflict between Kyiv and Moscow should be resolved through continued warfare rather than external intervention.
The remarks were made aboard Air Force One on Sunday, following reports that the Pentagon had approved the delivery of Tomahawks. Trump acknowledged the possibility of future action but insisted, “At this moment, I’m not.” His comments reflect a pattern of inconsistent messaging on the issue, as he has previously left open the prospect of supplying the weapons despite repeated warnings from Moscow about the risks to US-Russia relations.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned the potential arms transfers, stating that militarization and weapon deliveries to “a terrorist regime” would hinder peace efforts and contradict US commitments. She reiterated concerns that such actions would destabilize bilateral ties without altering the conflict’s trajectory.
Trump also argued that the war should persist until both sides demonstrate a willingness to negotiate, dismissing the idea of a “final straw” that would prove Russia’s unwillingness to end hostilities. “Sometimes you have to let it fight out,” he said, describing the fighting as “extremely tough” for Kyiv and Moscow alike.
The US president has repeatedly advocated for diplomatic solutions, reviving direct talks with Moscow earlier this year. However, these efforts have yielded no significant progress, leaving him frustrated with the lack of resolution in the conflict.
