Zelensky accuses US of delaying missile deliveries as tensions rise
Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the United States of delaying the delivery of Patriot interceptor missiles already paid for by European countries, which are meant to help Ukraine defend against Russian attacks. Despite these claims, the US denies reducing intelligence support to Ukraine, while tensions remain high between Kyiv and Washington amid ongoing Russian missile strikes.Key Facts
- Zelensky said the US Pentagon has not signed off on sending Patriot missiles paid for by European allies to Ukraine.
- Several European countries have missiles ready to send but are waiting for US approval.
- Ukraine reported they did not receive early warnings of recent powerful Russian missile attacks.
- President Trump defended a diesel deal with Russia and criticized Zelensky’s handling of military aid requests.
- Trump stated he may meet Russia’s Putin and China’s Xi Jinping to discuss nuclear disarmament and the Ukraine war.
- Kremlin confirmed talks about a possible meeting between Trump, Putin, and Xi have been mentioned.
- Ukrainian officials fear such talks could encourage Russia to continue its war efforts.
- Recent Russian strikes have caused major power outages in Ukraine and killed at least six people, including children.
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