Recently, President Trump paused U.S. aid to Ukraine, raising significant concerns about the sustainability of its air defense systems, especially the Patriot systems that have been integral in protecting Kyiv from Russian missile attacks. With Ukraine operating six Patriot systems, experts worry that European allies lack a suitable substitute should this support diminish. Justin Bronk, a defense analyst, emphasizes that without U.S. aid, Ukraine's defense capabilities will severely decline, putting its population at greater risk from Russian aggression.
For Ukraine, the Patriot is 'the most-capable, longest-range air defense system they have.' It's been 'absolutely critical,' and if US aid stops, 'Europe has no direct equivalent to Patriot' to give.
The MIM-104 Patriot missile system has taken down missiles and planes over Ukraine, and has helped keep Russia's devastating air force at bay, despite Ukraine frequently stating it never got enough.
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