As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning against the United States supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. He has made it clear that if such missiles are used to launch attacks on Russian territory, the response would be grave and unequivocal.According to Putin, dialogue is always preferable to conflict or any form of dispute—especially over war.

"We consistently support the continuation of talks," he emphasized, "but when it comes to Russia's security, there will be no concessions."Addressing the recent U.S. sanctions on Russian oil companies, Putin acknowledged their seriousness but downplayed their impact, stating that they would not significantly harm Russia's economy. ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025; Team India seal their spot in the semi-finals after winning New Zealand

The measures came after the U.S. expressed frustration over Putin's perceived lack of candor regarding the war.U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed stringent sanctions on two of Russia's largest oil giants, Rosneft and Lukoil. The announcement was made just one day after the cancellation of a planned summit between Trump and Putin in Budapest.

The U.S. has accused these companies of providing financial support to fuel the Ukraine war.The declaration of sanctions triggered immediate volatility in the international oil market. Brent crude oil prices surged by $2.65 per barrel, reaching $63.97, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose by $2.14 to $59.38. Contributing factors include heightened fuel demand in the U.S. and a decline in crude oil inventories.