Germany is prepared to purchase US-made Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine as Russian strikes continue to escalate. Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced this at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, emphasizing the need for enhanced air defense capabilities due to the ongoing aerial bombardments of Kyiv. He mentioned that the Patriot systems are critical for intercepting a range of aerial threats. Currently, the US has only approved the delivery of three Patriot missile batteries to Ukraine, and discussions regarding further deliveries are ongoing.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany is ready to buy US-made Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian aerial attacks. He confirmed Germany's willingness to acquire additional systems to bolster Ukraine's defense during the Ukraine Recovery Conference.
The Patriot missile system is one of the most advanced air-defense systems globally, capable of countering both aircraft and ballistic missiles. Currently, the US has approved only three Patriot missile batteries for Ukraine.
Merz expressed that while the US requires some Patriot systems for itself, there are sufficient units available that could be allocated to Ukraine.
Despite the plans to procure additional Patriot systems, no final decisions regarding deliveries have been made yet.
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