President Donald Trump has announced a plan to send Patriot missile defense systems to Ukraine. The announcement comes as part of a strategy where NATO member countries will purchase U.S.-made arms and transfer them to Ukraine to bolster its defense against Russia. The plan, expected to be officially unveiled during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Monday (July 14), aims to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The decision includes selling Patriot missile batteries and other military equipment to European nations, which will then supply them to Ukraine. The New York Times reports that Germany and Norway are among the countries ready to purchase these systems for Ukraine. Germany has committed to buying two systems, while Norway will purchase one. This approach allows Trump to maintain his campaign promise of reducing direct U.S. involvement while still supporting Ukraine. The plan also anticipates a financial benefit for the U.S., as each Patriot missile system costs approximately $1 billion.
The Patriot systems are crucial for Ukraine as they are considered the most effective defense against Russia’s advanced missiles.
President Trump has expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin, criticizing his actions and emphasizing the need for Ukraine to have adequate defenses. Trump hopes this move will signal to Moscow that the U.S. is serious about supporting Ukraine and potentially prompt negotiations for a ceasefire.
The plan was discussed during last month’s NATO summit in the Netherlands, where Trump met with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The discussions were described as productive, and European officials have been working on the plan’s details for the past two weeks.
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