Overview

• The United States is sending a refurbished Patriot air-defense system, previously stationed in Israel, to Ukraine after finalizing a minerals-for-defense agreement with Kyiv.
• Germany and Greece are in discussions to provide an additional Patriot system, which could raise Ukraine’s total to ten units, though two are currently undergoing repairs.
• The minerals deal grants the U.S. preferential access to Ukrainian mineral resources, with shared funding and profits, while expediting military aid to Ukraine.
• Ukraine continues to face severe Russian missile and drone attacks, including a recent strike in Kharkiv that injured 46 civilians.
• President Zelensky has urged Western allies to expedite air-defense support, emphasizing the critical need for stronger systems to protect civilian and energy infrastructure.