Patriot missile system
Coverage of Patriot missile system in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine gets a Patriot license from Trump, but the missiles it needs most are years away
Ukraine received a U.S. license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors from President Trump, but experts say production of these systems will take years. Ukraine's current air defenses failed to intercept 29 Russian ballistic missiles attacking Kyiv, highlighting urgent needs for immediate countermeasures.
- Russia's missile and drone attacks on Ukraine kill at least 22
Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, killing at least 22 people and exposing gaps in air defenses. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks more U.S.-made Patriot interceptors as attacks continue ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara.
- Zelensky Warns Putin May Escalate Attacks as Russia Weakens
President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia may increase missile and drone strikes as Vladimir Putin's position weakens, urging Ukrainians to use shelters and noting secured Patriot missile commitments from allies.
- Britain will help Ukraine make its own Patriot missile system to reduce their reliance on the US
Britain will assist Ukraine in developing its own Patriot missile system to decrease dependence on the US. The initiative aims to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities through local production.
- Iran war drives multi-year missile defense gap
The war in Iran has worsened a U.S. missile-defense shortage, straining stockpiles and delaying replenishment until 2029. Allies like Ukraine and Taiwan face urgent needs for interceptors, but U.S. production and shipments are prioritizing Iran, creating vulnerabilities for partners.
- Zelenskyy pushes U.S. for more Patriot missiles, warning of Russian attacks
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the United States to increase deliveries of Patriot missile systems. He warned that Russia is preparing a broader campaign of ballistic missile attacks.
- Zelensky Warns Trump of Critical Air Defense Shortage
President Zelensky urgently warned US President Trump and Congress about Ukraine's critical shortage of Patriot missiles and anti-ballistic air defense systems. The letter was sent as Russia escalates missile and drone attacks, with Ukraine's Presidential Office confirming the communication.