Zelensky says Trump approved Ukraine's Patriot missile production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that US President Donald Trump has finalized approval for Kyiv to produce Patriot air defense missiles domestically. The decision follows lengthy back-and-forth talks and comes as Ukraine seeks to bolster its defenses against ongoing Russian aerial attacks.
Why it matters
Domestic Patriot production would reduce Ukraine's reliance on US supply lines and strengthen its air defense against sustained Russian strikes. It also signals a shift in the Trump administration's long-term military support posture toward Kyiv.
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- Zelensky says Trump approved Ukraine's Patriot missile production
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