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Ukraine
Germany to Send 2 More Patriots to Kyiv by Year-End
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Berlin sent three Patriot systems to Ukraine, with plans for two more by the end of 2025 with help from Norway.
Sept. 29, 2025
Ukraine
‘Triangle’ Deal: Israel’s US-Brokered Patriot Now Active in Ukraine, Zelensky Confirms
Analysts say Russia’s alliance with Tehran – an act described as a “monumentally stupid error” – forced Israel to break neutrality and offer Kyiv a crucial air defense asset.
Sept. 27, 2025
Europe
Ukraine to Get Patriot, HIMARS Missiles Under New US-Backed PURL Program
The initiative, called the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), allows allies to fund American-made weapons for Kyiv based on a list of urgent needs.
Sept. 18, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Likens Kellogg to Human Patriot Air Defense
The Ukrainian president joked that US President Donald Trump’s special envoy is as effective as a Patriot missile defense system at deterring Russia’s aerial assaults on the capital.
Sept. 12, 2025
Ukraine
Patriots to Starlink: New US Arms Deal to Bolster Ukraine’s ‘Robust’ Defense
The latest military sales are a “welcome sign from Washington” that will help prevent ‘any interruption experienced by Ukrainian forces that are relying on’ Starlink, analysts tell Kyiv Post.
Aug. 30, 2025
Poland
Netherlands Deploys 2 of 3 Patriot Batteries to Poland
With the goal to bolster NATO’s eastern flank, the Netherlands is deploying two out of three of its Patriot air defense systems, leaving just one for critical defense back home.
Aug. 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
German Technicians Repair Ukrainian Patriot Radar Raytheon Called Unfixable
After the US Patriot manufacturer said one radar system was beyond repair, a German team worked sixteen hours a day six days a week to get the job done.
Aug. 8, 2025
War in Ukraine
Dutch are First to Buy US Arms for Ukraine under NATO Scheme
Ukraine’s president and NATO chief salute The Nerherlands for taking the lead in purchasing US arms for Ukraine’s defense.
Aug. 5, 2025
Europe
Trump’s Patriot Missile Deal for Ukraine Sparks European Fears Over Air Defence Gaps
Zelensky has been seeking additional Patriot batteries for years as Ukraine faces relentless Russian air attacks, and said last week that he hopes to receive 10 more.
Aug. 5, 2025
War in Ukraine
Germany to Start Deliveries of 2 Patriot Systems to Ukraine
After reaching an agreement with the US, the German military will deliver additional Patriot launchers in the coming days, and will supply further components in the next two to three months.
Aug. 1, 2025
Germany
Germany Seeks US Guarantee Before Sending Patriots to Ukraine
Donald Trump last week announced a deal with NATO chief Mark Rutte for European alliance members to buy US weaponry – particularly Patriot systems – for Kyiv to help it in its war against Russia.
July 23, 2025
War in Ukraine
Netherlands Will ‘Substantially Contribute’ to Delivering Patriot Systems to Ukraine
The country is also preparing to send additional air defense equipment from its stockpiles, including munitions for F-16 fighters, counter-drone technology, and radar systems.
July 22, 2025
US
Berlin to Send 5 Patriots to Ukraine Soon With US Assistance
Germany’s defense minister said the systems would be delivered “as soon as possible” although he did not specify an exact timeframe or how many missiles would accompany them.
July 21, 2025
EU
EU Defense Chief Arrives in Washington to Push European Security Amid Ukraine War
European Defense and Aerospace Commissioner Andrius Kubilius warns of escalating Russian attacks on Ukraine, calls for more Patriot missile systems.
July 21, 2025
Ukraine
Patriots Reassigned to Kyiv: US Redirects Swiss-Ordered Air Defense Systems to Ukraine
The US has reprioritized Swiss-ordered Patriot systems, redirecting them to Ukraine to bolster Kyiv’s air defenses amid escalating Russian attacks – signaling growing Western support.
July 17, 2025
NATO
Merz—Ukraine to Receive Patriots in the Coming Weeks
The German Chancellor announced that the issue is being discussed today in London, as Europe struggles to shoulder the financial and military burden of providing Patriots to Ukraine.
July 17, 2025