Russia has issued a strong warning, stating that it will take action to shoot down Tomahawk cruise missiles and eliminate their launch sites if the United States provides these weapons to Ukraine. The threat came in response to comments made by Donald Trump, who mentioned considering sending the missiles to Volodymyr Zelensky’s forces. However, a senior Russian lawmaker, Andrei Kartapolov, emphasized that Russia’s response, if the Tomahawk deal proceeds, would be severe and calculated, including potential strikes on launch sites to retaliate against those causing trouble.
Moreover, Kartapolov downplayed the impact of the weapons, suggesting that only a limited quantity could be supplied due to infrastructure constraints. Meanwhile, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov expressed disappointment at the waning momentum between Putin and Trump, attributing it to the actions of European allies. The official urged the U.S. leadership and military to approach the situation with caution and responsibility.
In a separate incident, Russia reportedly targeted one of Ukraine’s thermal power plants in an overnight attack, resulting in injuries to two workers. As tensions escalate, Vladimir Putin embarked on a state visit to Tajikistan, engaging in diplomatic discussions with leaders from former Soviet Union nations. Additionally, Human Rights Watch called for Putin’s arrest under an International Criminal Court warrant for war crimes, emphasizing the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.
