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U.S. approves $2.1 billion sale of Patriot interceptors to Ukraine
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- The Trump administration approved a $2.1 billion sale of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, involving 500 missiles funded by donations from Canada, Germany, and Norway, with no U.S. government funds used.
- The State Department emphasized the sale supports U.S. foreign policy and national security by enhancing the defense capabilities of a key European partner.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stressed the critical need for Patriot missile systems to defend against Russian attacks and has criticized delays in their delivery.
- The sale announcement comes amid President Donald Trump's recent criticism of Zelenskyy, whom he has described as an obstacle to ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
- Zelenskyy also highlighted concerns about Ukraine’s vulnerability due to restrictions on the Starlink satellite internet service.
