MIM-104 Patriot
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the first aid packages from the United States under the PURL program will include missiles for Patriot and HIMARS systems. This information was also confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Large-scale armored and air force exercises "Iron Gate" are taking place at the military training ground in Orzysz, Poland. NATO servicemen and equipment, including Abrams tanks and F-35 fighters, are participating in them.
President Zelenskyy called US Special Representative Keith Kellogg "air defense for Kyiv," jokingly offering him Ukrainian citizenship. He noted that during Kellogg's visits to the capital, no massive attacks occur.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with US President's Special Representative General Keith Kellogg in Kyiv. They discussed the results of the "Ramstein" meeting, the acquisition of Patriot systems, and details of the Russian strike on Poland.
Russian drones made of wood and foam broke into Polish airspace, forcing NATO to deploy F-35 fighters, refueling aircraft, and the Patriot system. This revealed an imbalance between cheap weapons and the Alliance's expensive response.
The Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Sweden will provide military support to Poland to strengthen its air defense. This is a response to the invasion of Russian drones.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of three Rafale fighter jets to protect Poland's airspace. This decision was made after Russian drones violated Polish airspace on September 10.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Special Representative Keith Kellogg, discussing ways to achieve peace and ensure security. Condolences were also expressed to the American people over the murder of Charlie Kirk, and gratitude was extended to Trump for his reaction to the murder of Ukrainian Iryna Zarutska.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has agreed to send military representatives to Ukraine to train in drone countermeasures. This decision was made after a Russian drone attack on Poland.
President Zelenskyy explained that Polish Patriot systems are ineffective against massive UAV attacks due to the high cost of missiles. He noted that Ukraine is ready to help Poland counter Russian drones.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski discussed with his Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sybiha the possibility of involving NATO countries in intercepting Russian drones over Ukraine. Polish pilots have limitations regarding civilian safety, so no decision has been made yet.
Poland receives military aid from allies after overnight Russian drone attacks. Sweden urgently dispatches air defense systems and aircraft, while the Netherlands supplies multi-layered defense systems and military personnel.
Polish politician Adam Stanisław Szłapka stated that Russia is responsible for the drone attack on Poland on September 10. He urged not to spread disinformation and to trust only official sources.
Secretary General Mark Rutte announced the activation of air defense systems to protect Polish territory after its airspace was violated by Russian UAVs. Forces from several allies, including Poland, the Netherlands, Italy, and Germany, participated in the operation.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that partners will continue to help Ukraine, making it more extensive and systematic. The EU is allocating 6.6 billion euros for weapons. Germany plans to provide Ukraine with Patriot.
Two German Patriot air defense systems, deployed in Poland, helped detect Russian drones over Polish territory. More than a dozen drones violated Polish airspace on the night of September 10.
NATO does not consider the incident with a group of Russian drones over Poland an attack. This is the first time NATO aircraft have attacked potential threats in allied airspace.
President Zelenskyy stated that this week's Ramstein format meeting should bring concrete results regarding air defense and funding for the PURL program for the procurement of American weapons. Earlier, Shmyhal emphasized Ukraine's urgent need for 10 Patriot systems.
Ukraine urgently needs 10 Patriot systems and missiles for them to protect its energy infrastructure.
Germany is transferring two complete Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, with the first launchers already delivered. Norway covers half of the cost, and Great Britain will finance thousands of long-range drones.
Ukraine may be left without sufficient air defense systems due to irregular supplies from the US, which coincided with intensified Russian airstrikes. Western and Ukrainian officials are sounding the alarm as ammunition stocks are depleting faster than they are being replenished.
Two-day parliamentary elections have started in Norway, where the left-wing bloc led by the Labour Party is competing with the right-wing bloc represented by the Conservative Party. The election results will affect the country's social welfare system and energy policy.
European leaders, realizing critical gaps in defense capabilities, hope for Donald Trump to fulfill his proposal for security guarantees for Ukraine. Replacing US military capabilities will cost Europe $1 trillion.
President Zelenskyy stated that the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas would create conditions for further Russian aggression. He emphasized that Ukraine defines the eastern border of Europe.
President Zelenskyy admits a "Korean scenario" for Ukraine, but taking into account differences in the scale of threats. Ukraine seeks to obtain reliable security guarantees, similar to South Korea's Patriot systems.
President Zelenskyy announced negotiations with the USA regarding 10 additional Patriot systems. The USA supported the request, but the supply process is slow.
President Zelenskyy met with leaders of German factions to coordinate diplomacy and discuss support. Germany has allocated 9 billion euros in aid to Ukraine for next year.
At the extraordinary meeting of the Ukraine-NATO Council on September 1, the massive shelling of Ukrainian cities was condemned. Ukraine called on NATO to provide Patriot systems, long-range missiles, and invest in the defense industry.
President Zelenskyy thanked partners for participating in the PURL program, which has accumulated $2 billion. The program allows Ukraine to purchase weapons from the United States, with coordination carried out by NATO.
The US State Department approved the sale of equipment to support Patriot systems for $179. 1 million and Starlink services for $150 million. This will strengthen Ukraine's air defense and communication.