From: New Voice of Ukraine 🇺🇦
The Pentagon will send Ukraine more than 500 interceptor missiles for the Patriot and NASAMS missile defense systems, which are expected to arrive in the coming weeks, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing a senior White House official.
This decision was made in response to the intensification of Russian drone attacks on Ukraine and as part of an effort to equip Kyiv as much as possible before President Joe Biden’s term ends in January, the report says. Additional weapons are also expected to strengthen Ukraine’s position in potential negotiations with Russia, according to U.S. officials.
According to one U.S. official, these deliveries are intended to meet Ukraine’s air defense needs until the end of 2024.
Another official noted that the transfer of weapons to Ukraine typically takes weeks or even months, and the impact of the increased shipments on U.S. military stockpiles “raises significant concerns.” Therefore, the U.S. is considering options like purchasing weapons from other countries to send to Ukraine, WSJ reports.
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