Ukraine Secures Funding for Patriot Missile Systems Amid Intensified Russian Attacks
Ukraine confirms funding from Germany and Norway for three Patriot missile defence systems, with ongoing talks for more. These systems are crucial in countering Russian ballistic missile attacks. Ukraine faces a financing gap for defence and military salaries, seeking additional $25 billion for missiles, drones, and electronic warfare.
Ukraine has secured commitments from international partners to fund three Patriot missile defence systems, with Germany and Norway confirming their contributions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced ongoing negotiations for additional systems.
Amid intensified Russian aerial assaults, the effectiveness of Patriot systems has become vital for Ukraine, particularly in urban defense. The country's strategy now incorporates drone interceptors and other new tactics against these threats.
As Ukraine addresses a $40 billion budget gap for next year, President Zelenskiy highlights the need for an extra $25 billion to bolster missile and electronic warfare systems. He also seeks to fund military salaries, traditionally not covered by European contributions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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