Zelensky pointed out that the recent success of the Trump administration in achieving a peace agreement between Israel and Hamas demonstrates that similar pressure can be applied to Vladimir Putin. "Putin can be forced to make peace, like any other terrorist. Even Hamas released hostages. If that was possible, then Putin can also be pressured to restore peace," Zelensky declared.
In recent interviews, the Ukrainian president has requested Tomahawk long-range missiles from the United States, capable of striking deep military targets inside Russian territory.
When asked about this possibility, Trump did not rule out the idea and told reporters on Air Force One: "We could tell them (Russia) that if the war isn't solved, we could send the Tomahawks. Maybe we'll do it, maybe we won't. Do they want Tomahawks heading their way? I don't think so."
Zelensky also explained that Ukraine needs two key things to exert real pressure on Putin: strong air defenses and long-range weapons. He also emphasized that his country has been striking Russian energy infrastructure, considered one of the Kremlin's main sources of funding, as a tactic to weaken its ability to sustain the war.
