US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said that the US possesses weapons, the transfer of which to Ukraine could force Russia to enter into negotiations. This is reported by UNN with reference to Bloomberg.
Details
On Thursday, October 9, at a panel discussion within the framework of the Riga Conference, Matthew Whitaker said that these weapons are capable of "changing the balance of power" in the war unleashed by Russia against Ukraine.
We have capabilities that are not currently being used on the battlefield in Ukraine, which are terrifying, powerful, and can literally inflict serious damage in a place and at a time of our choosing.
He did not specify what kind of weapons he was referring to, but his words came against the backdrop of Ukraine's appeal to the United States with a request to provide long-range Tomahawk missiles capable of hitting targets even in Moscow.
Context
On September 28, US Vice President JD Vance stated that the US is considering Ukraine's request to purchase long-range Tomahawk missiles. President Trump will make the final decision on authorizing the deal.
In early October, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that during a conversation with Donald Trump, he raised the issue of transferring long-range weapons to Kyiv. He noted that everything would depend on Trump's decision.
Later, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin stated that the use of Tomahawk missiles without the participation of the American side is impossible. He also called statements about the supply of these missiles dangerous, which, according to him, would harm relations with the United States.
US President Donald Trump noted that the decision to send Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine has actually been made. He wants to find out exactly how these missiles will be used before finally approving the transfer.
Recall
On Thursday, October 9, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump is considering the possibility of transferring long-range weapons, including Tomahawk missiles, to Ukraine. According to Zelenskyy, this could strengthen Ukraine and facilitate negotiations.
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