MIM-104 Patriot
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with American senators at the US Capitol. He emphasized the need for air defense systems and interceptor missiles to protect against ballistic missiles.
The President of Ukraine met with the team of Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer of F-16 and missiles for Patriot. The sides discussed the development of cooperation, joint production, and technology exchange.
The meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents was very practical; they discussed the restoration of diplomatic efforts. Ukraine expects a visit from Trump's special envoys to Kyiv as a gesture of support.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Finland Alexander Stubb. The leaders discussed diplomacy and preparations for important meetings in August.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with US President Donald Trump. The sides discussed licenses for the production of interceptors for Patriot and intensifying the diplomatic process.
Iran is theoretically capable of attacking Ukraine with Khorramshahr missiles, but their accuracy and reliability are questionable. The expert believes that the strikes will be demonstrative in nature.
The administration of U. S. President Donald Trump has informed Congress that it will not complete the spending of $400 million authorized for aid to Ukraine until the 2029 fiscal year. Congress criticizes the Pentagon for an extremely slow spending schedule.
Fire Point company produces 100 long-range Flamingo missiles and thousands of drones every month. Its products are used in daily attacks on targets in the Russian rear.
Deputy Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council David Aloyan stated that the FREYJA prototype is planned for the first half of 2027. The system is intended to become a cheaper alternative to the American Patriot.
The President of Ukraine stated a shortage of missiles for Patriot air defense systems due to the situation in the Middle East. He emphasized the need to accelerate the provision of air defense due to Russia's increase in ballistic missile production.
Andy Burnham will hold his first meeting with a foreign leader, hosting Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Britain will transfer to Ukraine the intellectual property of the "Stone Cloak" system and will discuss a drone agreement.
The United Kingdom has signed a £20 million contract with Lockheed Martin UK to produce hypersonic targets. The first flight is scheduled for 2027 to prepare for intercepting "Kinzhal" and "Zircon" missiles.
Yemeni Houthis struck Saudi Aramco oil facilities in Jizan and Yanbu. The US did not carry out airstrikes on Iran for the first time in two weeks, Trump ordered the military to stop strikes.
First Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine discussed cooperation with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
The Office of the President of Ukraine reacted to Zelenskyy's interview with blogger Lori Loomer, thanking Trump for his support and Patriot missiles. A repost of Trump's and Loomer's posts was made.
In Kyiv region, as a result of a missile strike by the rf, 6 people died, dozens were injured. The rescue operation is ongoing, services are working on site.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans a visit to Washington on July 28 to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham. A meeting with US President Donald Trump is also being organized, the format of which is still being coordinated.
The President of Ukraine held a meeting with the Vice President of Raytheon, discussing joint production of interceptors for Patriot systems. The parties also considered cooperation in the field of non-offensive military equipment.
Greece approved the purchase of an Israeli air defense system worth up to 3. 5 billion euros. The acquisition of C-390 aircraft, drones, and submarines has also been approved.
26 NATO countries and 3 partners have joined the PURL initiative. Through this mechanism, Ukraine receives 95% of interceptor missiles for Patriot.
Head of the Office of the President Kyrylo Budanov stated readiness for cooperation with the US after a meeting with the ambassador to NATO. The sides discussed licensing the production of missiles for Patriot and the situation on the front.
President Zelenskyy met with the US Ambassador to NATO, Whittaker. They discussed strengthening air defense and the license to produce Patriot.
President Trump granted Ukraine permission to produce missiles for the Patriot air defense system. Lockheed Martin supported the decision, and Zelenskyy stated the technical possibility by the end of 2026.
Boeing increased production of seeker heads for PAC-3 missiles by 30% in 2025, manufacturing 650 units. In 2026, the company plans to bring the figure to 850 units.
Romania's Defense Minister stated that the country has not held negotiations on localizing the production of PAC-3 missiles. Romania supports strengthening Ukrainian air defense within the framework of the "Coalition of the Willing".
The New Yorker predicts that the war could enter a phase of massive strikes on cities, similar to the Iran-Iraq conflict. Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian oil refineries, while Russia continues to attack Ukrainian cities.
MP Olga Vasylevska-Smaglyuk reported that there is no candidate for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the US yet.
President Zelenskyy announced plans to start producing Patriot missiles by the end of 2026. Production of Aster-30 missiles for SAMP/T is also planned.
Ukraine and European partners have founded the Anti-Ballistic Coalition, which is launching the creation of a joint anti-ballistic system FREYJA. Well-known European defense companies are joining the project launch.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is approaching the possibility of producing Patriot missiles for the first time. If an agreement is reached with the US, Ukraine will become the third country in history with such a capability.