Overview

• Trump invoked his presidential drawdown authority to authorize the transfer of Patriot air-defense missiles and medium-range rockets valued at about $300 million from U.S. stockpiles.
• Under the new arrangement, the weapons will be shipped to Ukraine through NATO and reimbursed in full by member states.
• Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed a timeline for the delivery after discussions in Rome, where Germany also pledged to finance two additional Patriot batteries.
• NATO has yet to formally comment on the plan while U.S. lawmakers and allies explore further contributions to bolster Ukraine’s air defenses.
• Trump indicated he will make a major policy statement on Russia on Monday, underscoring his shifting approach to the conflict.