U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he is not currently considering a deal to provide Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while returning to Washington from Palm Beach, Florida, Trump expressed his reluctance to escalate the ongoing conflict with Russia. When asked about the possibility of transferring the missiles through NATO allies, he simply stated, "No, not really," but left the door open for a change in his position in the future.

The discussion about Tomahawk missiles took place during a meeting between Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House on October 22. Rutte mentioned that the proposal is still under review, but emphasized that the final decision lies with the United States. The plan would involve the U.S. selling Tomahawk missiles to NATO countries, which could then pass them on to Ukraine.

Tomahawk missiles have a range of approximately 2,500 kilometers (1,550 miles), allowing them to strike deep into Russian territory, including Moscow. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been vocal in his requests for such long-range weapons to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities. However, the Kremlin has issued strong warnings against supplying Tomahawks to Ukraine, stating that it would be viewed as a significant provocation.

Trump has consistently shown caution regarding actions that might escalate the war. He recounted a conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, where he jokingly asked, "Would you mind if I gave a couple of thousands of Tomahawks to your opposition?" He noted that Putin did not seem to appreciate the idea.

As the situation evolves, the U.S. administration continues to weigh its options regarding military support for Ukraine amid ongoing tensions with Russia.