U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to supply Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles as part of a new strategy to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into ending the ongoing war. The move, described by insiders as a “bold escalation,” will be discussed during Trump’s upcoming meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House. The two leaders are expected to focus on strengthening Ukraine’s air defense systems and expanding its long-range strike capabilities. According to Zelensky, “the main topics will be air defense and our long-range capabilities, to maintain pressure on Russia.” The decision follows Trump’s high-profile diplomatic tour through Israel and Egypt, where he received widespread international praise for his role in brokering Middle East ceasefires and reaffirming America’s global leadership.

Behind the scenes, U.S. intelligence cooperation with Kyiv has reportedly deepened, providing Ukraine with more precise targeting data to disrupt Russian energy infrastructure and further strain Moscow’s already weakened economy. Russia’s economic downturn has been described by analysts as a “once in 30-year crisis,” leaving the Kremlin increasingly vulnerable to Western pressure. Trump’s willingness to arm Ukraine with Tomahawks signals a significant shift in the conflict’s dynamics, heightening NATO’s alert level amid growing fears of a wider confrontation. As diplomatic efforts stall, the U.S. administration appears ready to leverage both military power and economic warfare to force Putin’s hand — a high-stakes gamble that could either accelerate peace or push the world closer to the brink of global conflict.

SOURCE: The Express