What Happened
Critical Munition Sale Supports Ukraine Amid Russian Aerial Attacks
The US has approved the sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine, a critical munition for defense against escalating Russian aerial attacks. The $2.1 billion sale will be funded entirely by Ukraine’s allies in Europe and Canada, with Lockheed Martin as the principal contractor. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly urged the US to speed up deliveries of the Patriots, which are seen as a crucial component in Ukraine’s defense against Russian ballistic missiles. The sale was approved by the US State Department, as reported by Unknown Source.