Ukraine Seeks More Air Defenses as Zelensky Revives Diplomatic Efforts
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will travel to Turkey on Wednesday. The visit aims to renew US participation in diplomatic talks to support Ukraine.
President Zelensky has repeatedly emphasized Ukraine's urgent need for enhanced air defense. Last month, he stated the country requires 25 additional Patriot missile systems to protect its cities and infrastructure from increasing Russian missile and drone attacks.
The United States has approved a potential upgrade order for Ukraine's existing Patriot systems. This clearance allows for improvements to the air defense hardware Ukraine already operates.