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Putin warned that supplying Ukraine with long-range weapons like Tomahawk missiles—capable of striking deep into Russian territory—could provoke direct U.S. involvement and lead to a deterioration in US-Russia relations. Such statements underscore how close to the brink the conflict remains, with fears of accidental escalation.
The Balance of Vigilance and Confrontation
While NATO has so far managed to maintain restraint, the increasing frequency of night-time drone and missile alerts presents a risk of miscalculation. Intercepted drones drifting off course, missiles straying, or nervous pilots misjudging threats could lead to unintended incidents that might escalate the crisis further.