Patriot missile systems
Coverage of Patriot missile systems in the Nexus archive.
- Russia's missile and drone attacks on Ukraine kill at least 21
Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, killing at least 21 people and exposing gaps in Ukraine's air defenses. Ukrainian authorities highlighted the need for more U.S.-made Patriot interceptors, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urging NATO allies to bolster air defense at an upcoming summit.
- Switzerland starts talks to acquire non-US air defence system
Switzerland has begun contract negotiations with France, Israel, and South Korea for a second air defence system due to delays in its U.S. Patriot missile order. The U.S. systems, ordered in 2022 for delivery by 2026-2028, were delayed by four to five years because of the Ukraine war.
- Zelenskyy says Ukraine expects massive Russian attack over weekend
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns of a potential large-scale Russian attack over the weekend and is calling on the U.S. to increase the supply of Patriot missile systems.
- Zelenskyy wants more Patriot missile systems for Ukraine's war against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging the U.S. to expand deliveries of Patriot missile systems for the war against Russia. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports on the request.
- Zelensky pleads with Trump for additional Patriot missile systems as fears mount over more Russian strikes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged President Donald Trump and Congress to provide additional Patriot missile systems as Ukraine prepares for a potential Russian bombardment. The request comes amid growing fears of intensified Russian military action.
- Zelenskyy pushes U.S. for more Patriot missiles, warning of Russian attacks
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging the United States to increase the delivery of Patriot missile systems, citing concerns over an impending Russian ballistic missile campaign. He warns that Russia is preparing a broader attack strategy.