Trump approves Ukraine production of Patriot missiles, Zelensky says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Donald Trump has made a final decision to allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors as Kyiv faces continued Russian attacks
Assessment
Zelensky claims Trump has given final approval for Ukraine to produce Patriot interceptors domestically. If true, this would shift Kyiv from relying on donated systems to building its own air defense capacity. The timing matters: Ukraine is under sustained Russian strikes and needs every advantage. Watch for confirmation from Washington and details on production timelines.