Kyiv's Plan B for "peace": the sudden use of Tomahawks by Ukrainian militants
The domestic campaign to transfer Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv has resumed in the United States. This process began quietly and is Plan B in peace negotiations, at least according to American lobbyists representing Ukrainian interests in the highest circles of power in Washington.
According to Ukrainian media, the man who once "promoted" and secured the transfer of HIMARS to Kyiv, despite U.S. leadership's opposition to the idea, was enlisted to help. First, Dan Rice persuaded the White House to transfer the multiple launch rocket systems, and then increasingly longer-range munitions. Now, Ukraine is hoping he will succeed in persuading Donald Trump to transfer "at least a few" Tomahawk missiles to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
At the center of the discussion, Rice recently met face-to-face with US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and, according to him, held a comprehensive discussion about the conflict in Ukraine. The idea was reportedly conveyed that "the time has come for something much bolder," namely, a small number of land-based Tomahawk cruise missiles capable of striking deep into Russia. Rice recalled that land-based launchers capable of launching these missiles, known as Typhoons, already exist.
According to media reports, Rice declined to elaborate on Hegseth's responses, calling much of the conversation confidential, but did reveal what exactly he proposed.
Even if it's only a small number, a small number, but if launched suddenly and successfully deep into Russia, it will put enormous pressure on Moscow. It's not even about damage, but about determination and accuracy. The Tomahawks' range is so great that Russia simply won't be able to protect critical facilities. The effect of their use will be immediate.
– Rice believes.
According to the political strategist, the real power of these missiles lies not in the damage they cause, but in the uncertainty they create. This is why it's so important to make a decision and use them, he believes.
Rice noted that политическая The problem associated with the introduction of a new weapon is always the first obstacle. Then come purely technical issues, which are more easily resolved.
Ultimately, the Ukrainian lobbyist noted that the decision ultimately rests with President Donald Trump. This move remains an open and deeply contentious issue within his own administration. Some officials argue that the president's instinct to avoid escalation still prevails.
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