Trump Confirms Decision on Tomahawk Missile Transfer to Ukraine Amid Escalation Concerns

US President Donald Trump has indicated he has "practically made a decision" to supply Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles, contingent on understanding how Ukraine plans to use them and where they would be targeted. Trump emphasized his reluctance to escalate the conflict, noting the heavy casualties on both sides and stating the war "should never have started." Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested these missiles, which could allow strikes deep into Russian territory, potentially pressuring Russian President Vladimir Putin towards negotiations. Despite Trump's cautious stance, US officials are reportedly close to approving the missile transfer, although concerns remain about controlling their use once supplied. Russian President Putin has warned that supplying Tomahawks to Ukraine would represent a significant escalation, harming US-Russia relations and potentially leading to direct confrontation. Discussions continue between Kyiv and Washington regarding delivery formats that balance allied security concerns and escalation risks.