Former Russian President Reacts to Trump’s Tomahawk Missile Threat
Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s potential plan to supply Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles. Medvedev warned that such actions could lead to dire consequences for all parties involved.
Medvedev’s Warning on Tomahawk Missiles
On Sunday, Trump suggested the possibility of providing long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine if Russian President Vladimir Putin fails to halt the ongoing conflict. “Yeah, I might tell him (Putin), if the war is not settled, we may very well do it,” Trump stated. He also expressed doubts about the consequences of such missiles being directed towards Russia.
- Trump’s remarks may escalate tensions between the U.S. and Russia.
- Medvedev emphasized that distinguishing between nuclear and conventional Tomahawk missiles post-launch is impossible.
Potential Nuclear Implications
Medvedev hinted at the possibility of a nuclear response from Moscow to such a move by the U.S. He addressed this concern in a Telegram post, suggesting that “Exactly!” could be the answer to how Russia would respond. This sentiment echoes the stance of Putin’s spokesperson regarding the serious nature of nuclear capabilities.
In a previous statement from August, Trump indicated he had sent two nuclear submarines closer to Russia, citing Medvedev’s provocative comments. This has contributed to a heightened state of alert between the two countries.
Impact on U.S.-Russia Relations
According to Putin, supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, which have a range of 2,500 kilometers (approximately 1,550 miles), would severely damage U.S.-Russia relations. This range allows for potential strikes anywhere within European Russia, including major cities like Moscow.
- Tomahawk missiles have significant military capabilities.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky affirmed that Ukraine would only utilize these missiles for military operations, avoiding civilian targets within Russia.
As the situation evolves, the international community continues to monitor developments in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
