The recent phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin has cast a shadow over Ukraine's hopes for US Tomahawk missiles. This unexpected conversation, initiated by Putin, came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was set to meet with Trump in Washington, aiming to discuss the potential supply of these powerful missiles. The Kremlin's Yuri Ushakov revealed that Putin urged Trump not to provide Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles, a request that could significantly impact the ongoing conflict. This development follows a pattern of Putin's influence on Trump's decisions, especially when it comes to Ukraine. In the past, when Trump seemed inclined to support Ukraine, Putin's calls often led to a softening of Trump's stance towards Russia. This time, Trump's initial frustration with Putin and his willingness to supply Ukraine with Tomahawks seemed to waver. During a press conference, Trump expressed the need for Tomahawks for the US, suggesting a potential shift in his stance. He even proposed a hypothetical scenario of giving Tomahawks to Putin's opposition, which Putin did not appreciate. The conversation took an intriguing turn when Trump hinted at a potential indirect dialogue between Putin and Zelenskyy, contradicting Zelenskyy's desire for a direct meeting. This development has sparked debates about the future of the conflict and the role of these powerful missiles. As the situation unfolds, the international community awaits further developments, with the possibility of a summit between Trump and Putin in Hungary, raising questions about logistics and international law.
