What Happened
Allies to Fund High-Tech Missile Defense for Embattled Ukraine
The US State Department has approved the potential sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine, with an estimated price tag of $2.1 billion to be paid entirely by partners and allies. The sale is part of the JUMPSTART program, which allows third-party countries to contribute funds for Ukraine to purchase American equipment. The move is seen as a significant boost to Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, which have been depleted by ongoing Russian attacks. The announcement was made by the State Department, as reported by Breaking Defense.