Putin warns US missiles to Ukraine will escalate tensions, not alter battlefield

Pointing out that the use of Tomahawk missiles would be dangerous and would pose a risk, Putin said, "This will mean a completely new, qualitatively new stage of escalation, including in relations between Russia and the United States." He also said that it would be "impossible" to use such arms without the direct deployment of American military personnel.

The Russian President’s remarks followed US Vice President JD Vance’s statement that Ukraine was seeking the long-range Tomahawk missiles and that Washington was considering the request.

However, the supply of these missiles may not be viable as most of the stock is already reserved for the US Navy and other needs, news agency Reuters reported, quoting sources.