Ukraine has agreed with the United States for monthly deliveries of Patriot air defence interceptor missiles, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. However, he said the supplies remain below Ukraine’s requirements and that deliveries expected in 2026 would be lower than in 2025. The development comes amid continued efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s defence capabilities.

Kyiv, Aug 9: Ukraine has reached an agreement with the United States on monthly deliveries of interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defence system, although the supply remains insufficient, Ukrinform news agency reported Saturday, citing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Ukraine secures missile deliveries

Speaking to reporters in Belgrade, Zelensky confirmed that Washington will supply Ukraine with interceptor missiles on a monthly basis. However, he stressed that the volume falls short of meeting the country's air defence needs.

Zelensky noted that the number of interceptor missiles Ukraine is expected to receive in 2026 would be lower than in 2025, without disclosing specific figures, Xinhua news agency reported.