Sun Oct 12 17:20:02 UTC 2025: ## Kremlin Warns of Escalation as Ukraine Eyes Long-Range Missiles

**Moscow, Russia** – The Kremlin has issued a stark warning about the potential for heightened tensions should the United States provide Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles. The warning comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engages in discussions with both former US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron regarding bolstering Ukraine’s defensive capabilities.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov expressed “extreme concern” over the possibility of Ukraine acquiring the missiles, citing their potential to strike deep inside Russian territory and the fact that some versions are capable of carrying nuclear warheads. “Now is really a very dramatic moment in terms of the fact that tensions are escalating from all sides,” Peskov told Russian state television.

Zelenskyy has assured that if provided with the missiles, Ukraine would only target Russian military assets. He described recent conversations with Trump as “very productive,” focusing on strengthening Ukraine’s air defence, resilience, and long-range capabilities. While Trump has said he is considering the request, he added that he would only agree to provide the Tomahawks if he knew what Ukraine planned to do with them.

The escalating tensions come as Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy reports that in the past week alone, Russia has launched “more than 3,100 drones, 92 missiles, and around 1,360 glide bombs” against the country, aiming to cripple the energy sector ahead of winter. Recent attacks have injured energy workers and caused widespread blackouts.

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the Russian strikes and reiterated his support for Ukraine. He called on Russia to end its “obstinate warmongering” and return to the negotiating table, warning of consequences for its continued aggression. Zelenskyy also urged Macron to provide Ukraine with more missiles and air defence systems, highlighting Russia’s increased bombardments exploiting global attention on other issues.

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