Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Ukraine's Wish: Tomahawk Missiles and Their Potential Impact
Ukraine wants Tomahawk missiles from the US, which are like long-range weapons that can hit targets far away.
These missiles can fly up to 2,500 kilometers and hit targets very accurately.
Ukraine hopes to use them to strike important places in Russia.
However, using them might be tricky because Ukraine doesn't have the right equipment to launch them.
The US might need to send additional launch systems.
These weapons could change the war.
Reports indicated that Donald Trump considered giving Ukraine Tomahawk cruise missiles.
Tomahawk missiles are long-range weapons known for precise strikes on land targets.
Ukraine has requested Tomahawk missiles, included in Zelensky’s “Victory Plan”.
Tomahawks could allow Ukraine to strike key Russian sites like Moscow and airbases.
Using Tomahawks presents challenges, as Ukraine lacks necessary launch platforms.
- Who
- The United States, Ukraine, and Russia are the primary actors.
- What
- Discussion about the potential for the US to provide Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine.
- When
- Reports emerged this week regarding potential Tomahawk missile transfers.
- Where
- Ukraine and Russia, with discussions taking place in the US.
- Why
- Ukraine seeks these missiles for deeper strikes, potentially targeting key Russian sites.
Pro-Ukraine
Pro-Russia
Conflict Escalation
Pro-Ukraine
Supplying Tomahawks strengthens Ukraine's defense.
Pro-Russia
It may escalate the conflict with Russia.
- Missile Type
- Tomahawk cruise missile
- Range
- 1,600 to 2,500 kilometers
- Manufacturer
- Raytheon
- Cost per Missile
- ~$2 million
- First Use
- 1991, Operation Desert Storm
- Requested By
- Ukraine, part of Zelensky’s “Victory Plan”