Senator Graham Urges U.S. to Supply Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine to Target Russian Drone Infrastructure
United States Senator Lindsey Graham has called for a significant escalation in American military aid to Ukraine, specifically urging the provision of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Kyiv. In a statement addressing the ongoing conflict, the South Carolina Republican argued that providing these long-range weapons is necessary to disrupt the Russian war machine at its source. Graham emphasized that the goal of such a transfer would be to enable Ukrainian forces to “reach out and hurt the infrastructure that Putin counts on to build the drones and all the other stuff.”
The Senator’s comments reflect a growing push among certain U.S. lawmakers to remove existing restrictions on the types of weaponry supplied to Ukraine. Graham framed the potential delivery of Tomahawks as a strategic pivot intended to “change the military equation” on the battlefield. By targeting the industrial base responsible for manufacturing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other military hardware, proponents argue that Ukraine could degrade Russia’s offensive capabilities more effectively than by engaging solely in frontline combat.
The Tomahawk Land Attack Missile (TLAM) is a long-range, all-weather, jet-powered, subsonic cruise missile primarily used by the United States Navy and Royal Navy. With a range of approximately 1,000 miles (1,600 kilometers), the weapon system would significantly extend Ukraine’s strike reach, allowing for precision attacks on logistical hubs, command centers, and factories deep inside Russian territory that are currently beyond the range of ATACMS and other Western-supplied systems.
The proposal comes amidst intensified debate regarding the trajectory of the war and the best methods to pressure the Kremlin. While the U.S. has gradually expanded the scope of its military assistance—from Javelin anti-tank missiles to Abrams tanks and F-16 fighter jets—the administration has historically been cautious about supplying deep-strike capabilities that could reach Moscow or other sensitive interior targets, citing concerns over potential escalation.
Graham’s insistence on targeting the infrastructure “Putin counts on” highlights the critical role that domestic Russian production has played in sustaining the invasion. As Russia continues to utilize waves of drones to strike Ukrainian energy grids and civilian centers, the ability to interdict the production of these weapons has become a central focus for Ukrainian military planners.
It remains unclear whether the Biden administration or Pentagon officials are currently considering the transfer of Tomahawks. Such a move would require substantial logistical support, including the provision of compatible launch platforms, as Ukraine does not currently possess the naval vessels or ground-based launchers typically used for these missiles. However, Senator Graham’s statement signals continued political pressure in Washington to expand the parameters of U.S. involvement and provide Kyiv with the tools necessary to strike at the heart of Russia’s military-industrial complex.
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