Zelenskyy says weapons begin to arrive for Ukraine’s 14 under-equipped brigades
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at a recent press conference that Ukrainian brigades lacking military equipment are being…
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Zelenskyy calls for more Patriot air defense systems to protect Ukraine
Addressing the critical need for air defense, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that 25 Patriot systems are required to ensure comprehensive protection against Russian aerial attacks.
US provides $225 mn security aid for Ukraine with Patriot and NASAMS munitions
Key components of this assistance comprise advanced air defense systems, munitions for rocket and artillery systems, and anti-tank weaponry.
Biden announces five strategic air defense systems from partner countries for Ukraine
In response to recent Russian missile attacks, the US, Germany, Romania, Netherlands, and Italy join forces to bolster Ukraine's air defenses with strategic systems and interceptors.
Netherlands announces additional Patriot for Ukraine and $2.1 mn to investigate crimes of Russian military
In their first foreign visit, new Dutch ministers announced significant military and forensic aid to Ukraine during a trip to Kyiv on 7 July
Scholz: Putin must not expect EU solidarity with Ukraine to weaken
He reiterated the clear stance of the EU, which is the condemnation of Russia's imperialist war
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 862: Zelenskyy says 14 Ukrainian brigades lack promised Western weapons
This equipment shortage is significantly delaying potential counteroffensive operations against Russian forces, hampering Ukraine's ability to regain territory
All 20+ Russian Kinzhal “hypersonic” missiles targeting Kyiv intercepted by Patriot since May 2023
A Ukrainian Air Force colonel reveals that all Russian "Kinzhal" air-launched ballistic missiles targeting Kyiv have been successfully intercepted since the deployment of Patriot air defense systems in May 2023.
Zelenskyy announced new agreements on air defense systems
According to the President of Ukraine, the next weeks will be productive for Ukraine, as the country is working on the delivery of more air defense systems.
Netherlands to provide Patriot air defense system to Ukraine
The Netherlands' Defense Ministry has refused to disclose the exact timeline for delivering the Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine, aiming to keep the information confidential from Russia.
FT: US to redirect Patriot air defense orders to Ukraine until it has enough to defend itself
Systems destined for other countries will be diverted to help Kyiv protect its cities and critical infrastructure, with the US government set to halt all open orders until Ukraine has enough to defend itself from Russia’s air attacks.
Sweden and the Netherlands planning joint project to produce CV90 combat vehicles for Ukraine
After receiving positive feedback from Ukraine on the performance of the CV90s on the battlefield, Sweden and the Netherlands plan to increase production of the combat vehicle for Ukraine.
US transferring Patriot from Poland to boost Ukraine’s air defenses, NYT sources say
The system could reach Ukraine in the next few days, unnamed senior officials say.
Germany to supply Ukraine with dozens of Patriot interceptors
Germany and allies to deliver 68 more Patriot air defense missile interceptors to Ukraine. This is in addition to 32 interceptors already supplied, bolstering Ukraine's air defenses against Russian strikes.
Scholz says Germany will transfer third Patriot system, additional IRIS-Ts and Gepards to Ukraine
The German leader also called upon allies to join the initiative to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses.
US confirms Ukraine used Patriot to down Russia’s valuable A-50 radar plane in January
A senior US Army officer has confirmed that Ukraine used American-made Patriot surface-to-air missile systems to down a Russian Beriev A-50 airborne early warning and control aircraft in January 2024, a historic first.
Bloomberg: Germany weighs sending Ukraine fourth Patriot air-defense system
Germany is considering sending a fourth Patriot system to Ukraine. This would come on top of the three that Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s government has pledged already.
Western permission for strikes inside Russia stops S-300 attacks on Kharkiv for days
In a strategic shift backed by Western allies, Ukraine's cross-border strikes on Russian air defense systems have brought a rare respite to Kharkiv, offering its residents a two-day break from the relentless S-300 missile attacks that have terrorized the city for months.
Romania mulls sending Patriot missiles to bolster Ukraine’s defenses
Romanian Prime Minister weighs supplying Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system to bolster defenses, though the decision requires military expert analysis and national security council approval.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine faces barrage of over 3,000 Russian aerial bombs per month
Russia launches over 3,000 guided aerial bombs against Ukraine each month, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says, emphasizing the need for more Patriot air defense systems.