US President Donald Trump announced that he has no current plans to transfer long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine. He told reporters this aboard Air Force One during a flight from Florida to Washington on November 2.

"No, not really," — Trump responded to a question about the possibility of such supplies.

"But I don't do that at the moment," “He emphasized, leaving the door open for a revision of the position depending on the circumstances.

Earlier, CNN, citing Pentagon sources, reported that the Defense Department had given the White House preliminary approval for the missile transfer. An analysis showed that this would not have a significant impact on US strategic stockpiles. The final decision, however, remained with the head of state.

Tomahawks are sea- and land-based cruise missiles with a range of up to 2500 kilometers, capable of striking targets deep within enemy territory. The delivery of such weapons could significantly expand Ukrainian forces' long-range strike capabilities.

Trump's statement comes amid his efforts to find ways to end the conflict in Ukraine. He has previously repeatedly criticized the level of American aid to Kyiv and promised to achieve a cessation of hostilities as soon as possible after his inauguration.