Zelensky pleads with Trump, Congress to supply Patriot missile interceptors
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked President Donald Trump and U.S. Congress to provide Ukraine with Patriot missile interceptors. These missiles would help Ukraine defend itself better in the conflict with Russia.Key Facts
- President Zelensky made the request on Wednesday.
- He asked both President Trump and members of the U.S. Congress for support.
- Ukraine wants Patriot missile interceptors, a defense system used to shoot down incoming missiles.
- Zelensky said Ukraine has been successful against drones but lacks its own anti-missile systems.
- The Patriot system is seen as important to help end the conflict with Russia.
- The article does not say if the U.S. has agreed to send the missiles yet.
- Ukraine currently relies on outside help for advanced missile defense.
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