Ukraine is contracting for a supply of around 1,000 missiles for U.S.-designed Patriot air-defence systems with help from allies and via a European Union loan, Kyiv’s defense minister said. Yevhenii Khmara said most missiles would ship in coming years and Ukraine is seeking additional air-defense missiles from Western stocks while citing a $27 billion financing shortfall for drone supplies.
WHO:Yevhenii Khmara, Ukraine’s defense minister
WHAT:Said Ukraine is contracting for around 1,000 Patriot air-defence missiles and requested more missiles from Western stocks under contracts.
WHEN:Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 5:29 PM ET
WHERE:Ukraine
WHY:To secure additional air-defense missile supplies and address a reported $27 billion financing shortfall for drone supplies.
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