Zelensky presses U.S. for more Patriot missiles
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said he has petitioned the United States and Congress for more Patriot air defense missiles, warning deliveries are falling short as the Iran war diverts U.S. stocks. He offered to share Ukraine's combat-hardened drone expertise in return for Western weapons and has helped allies strengthen air defenses. Sweden agreed to sell Ukraine 20 new Gripen jets for 2.5 billion euros and to donate 16 older jets, funded from an EU loan, with older models arriving early next year. Analysts say Ukrainian drones are limiting Russian logistics along the 780-mile front, while Russia still occupies about 20% of Ukraine.
Ukraine seeks more Patriot missiles while sharing drone expertise
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The conflict began on Feb. 24, 2022. Russia now holds about 20% of Ukrainian territory.…
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