Latest delivery strengthens Ukraine's ability to intercept ballistic missiles as Zelenskyy says Putin relies on air terror to compensate for battlefield failures.
Air Force spokesperson says Ukraine’s air defenses are struggling to counter Russian ballistic missiles, as attacks from multiple directions make it harder for Patriot systems to track and intercept incoming threats.
It's so hard to intercept a Russian Iskander missile in mid-air that the Ukrainians are now hunting the launchers, instead. But their Neptune crews can suffer the same fate.
Speaking in his evening address, President Zelenskyy highlighted new NATO-funded weapons deliveries and Ukraine’s progress on exporting naval drones to allied partners.
Just days into his role, Denys Shmyhal faces a double crisis: securing billions in Western aid while Russia signals its refusal to peace with a fresh wave of strikes.
Up to 17 Patriot air defense systems are heading to Ukraine as President Trump announced a policy shift toward providing offensive weapons, including potential authorization for long-range strikes deep inside Russia.