Ukraine to Use Tomahawks Targeting Russia: Zelensky's Announcement

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that if the United States supplies long-range Tomahawk missiles, they will only be used to target Russian military installations. His comments come at a time when Washington’s potential decision has raised significant concerns in the Kremlin.

In an interview aired on Fox News on Sunday, Zelensky said, “We will use these weapons solely for defense and military objectives. Our goal is not to spread the war.” On the same day, he also spoke on the phone with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Zelensky wrote on social media platform X, "Our discussion with Trump was very productive. We talked about strengthening Ukraine's air defense, long-range capabilities, and stability."

Trump’s Conditional Support
On Monday, Trump stated that before providing Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles, he wanted to know how they would be used. However, he hinted that he was "almost decided" on the matter.

Trump said, “The Tomahawk is an extraordinary weapon. Russia should know that if the war does not stop, I could give this missile to Ukraine.”

Russia’s Fear: Concerns Over Nuclear Possibility
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesperson Dmitry Peskov expressed deep concern over this possibility. In an interview on Russian state television, he said, "This is a very dangerous time. Tensions are rising from all sides. Some versions of the Tomahawk can carry nuclear warheads—this is something we cannot ignore."

Macron’s Condemnation and Ukraine’s Request
French President Emmanuel Macron strongly condemned Russia’s recent attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. In a phone conversation with Zelensky, he said, "Just as peace has emerged in Gaza, the war in Ukraine should also end."

Zelensky announced on Facebook that he had requested more missiles and air defense systems from Macron. He said, "The world’s attention is now focused on the Middle East and internal politics, and in that opportunity, Russia is intensifying its attacks."

Destruction in the Energy Sector Before Winter
Ukraine claims that in the past week, Russia has launched over 3,100 drones, 92 missiles, and nearly 1,360 glide bombs. On Sunday night, an attack on a power plant in the Kyiv region left two workers from Ukraine’s private energy company DTEK injured.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stated, "Friday’s attack was one of the largest concentrated strikes on the energy sector, causing power outages in many parts of the country."

Analysts say the Tomahawk missile issue has now opened a new, tense chapter not only for Ukraine but also for the entire security balance of Europe.