US greenlights $2.1bn Patriot missile sale to Ukraine
⟶ The United States has approved the sale of Patriot missile defense systems to Ukraine for $2.1 billion. The approval was granted by the U.S. Department of State.
Why it matters
The sale of advanced missile defense systems is intended to help Ukraine bolster its air defense capabilities. This is particularly relevant given the ongoing conflict and the need to protect against aerial threats.