1. US President Donald Trump has almost decided to supply Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, but Russia is opposing this move as it considers it a serious escalation.
2. The concern raised by Russia is that the Tomahawks, with a longer range than current weapons, could potentially be used for strikes into Russian territory, and even pose a nuclear threat if they are nuclear-capable.
3. Despite this opposition, Russia still assumes that President Trump is open to promoting a peaceful political settlement in Ukraine.
2. The concern raised by Russia is that the Tomahawks, with a longer range than current weapons, could potentially be used for strikes into Russian territory, and even pose a nuclear threat if they are nuclear-capable.
3. Despite this opposition, Russia still assumes that President Trump is open to promoting a peaceful political settlement in Ukraine.
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US President Donald Trump considers supplying Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, causing concern from Russia due to their longer range and potential nuclear capability. Russia views this as a serious escalation, fearing the missiles could be used for strikes into Russian territory. Despite this,
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251008_N01/#summary
Date: Oct. 8, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-08
Created: 2025/10/08 09:10
Updated: 2025/12/08 00:58
Last Read: 2025/10/08 20:31