Trump Approves Patriot Missile Sale to Ukraine

The Trump administration has approved a potential sale of Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine, according to officials familiar with the decision. The move would give Kyiv access to one of the most advanced U.S. air defense systems, capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and aircraft. The sale is not yet final. Congress must review the proposal before it can proceed, and the number of missiles and their value were not immediately disclosed. Ukraine has repeatedly asked for Patriot systems to strengthen its defenses against Russian missile strikes. The approval signals continued U.S. military support for Kyiv under the current administration.