Ukraine Signs Deal With Germany for 600 Air Defense Missiles

Ukraine has signed a contract with Germany for the purchase of 600 air defense missiles, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview published on Monday, June 22.

The Ukrainian leader said the issues of anti-ballistic missile (ABM) interceptor production and supply were discussed during his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

Germany producing missiles under US license

According to Zelensky, the United States currently produces about 700 interceptor missiles annually and has transferred production licenses to Germany, which has established its own manufacturing capacity.

“We have already signed a contract with them for a significant amount – for 600 missiles,” Zelensky said.

“It is a good contract. But, of course, delivery is a fairly lengthy process.”

The president did not specify which air defense systems the missiles are intended for or provide a timeline for delivery.

Ukraine seeks to strengthen air defense

The announcement comes as Ukraine continues to urge allies to increase supplies of air defense systems and interceptor missiles amid intensified Russian missile and drone attacks.

Air defense capabilities have been a central topic in recent discussions between Kyiv and its Western partners, including during meetings at the G7 summit and the latest Ramstein-format gathering of Ukraine’s allies.

Germany has emerged as one of Ukraine’s leading providers of air defense support, including Patriot systems and additional funding for interceptor missile procurement.

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