‘They’re going to need them’: Trump backs Zelenskyy’s Patriot request, slams Putin over ceasefire refusal
Following discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump acknowledged Ukraine’s need for additional Patriot missile batteries for defense against escalating Russian attacks. Trump expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin’s unwillingness to pursue a ceasefire, emphasizing the ongoing conflict’s severity. Both leaders agreed to enhance Kyiv’s air defense capabilities, including joint defense production and cooperative investments.