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Trump plans Patriot weapons for Ukraine: what's behind it?
Trump plans to sell Patriot systems to the EU to support Ukraine. Important meetings and political developments lie ahead.
Trump plans Patriot weapons for Ukraine: what's behind it?
An exciting day in international politics: US President Donald Trump announced today that he would sell Patriot weapons systems to the European Union, which would then be delivered to Ukraine. This decision, which has a lot of potential for change in the region, is examined in detail in Sueddeutsche.de. The exact numbers of systems to be delivered have not yet been determined, but Trump stressed that the EU will cover the costs.
A meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is also on the agenda: an exchange between the two leaders is planned for Monday at 10:00 a.m. local time. On this important day, Trump will also make a statement on his Russia policy and his special envoy Keith Kellogg will visit Ukraine, signaling an intensification of diplomatic efforts.
Support for Ukraine
In recent weeks, Ukraine has increasingly called for support for its air defenses, particularly in light of increased attacks by Russian troops. According to recent reports, daily attacks on the Dnipro Islands in the delta south of Kherson have increased from two to three to six to ten. This information comes from a report by FAZ.net. Control over these islands is considered a tactical key that could allow Russian forces to advance in the region.
Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is in Washington to hold talks on military support for Ukraine. These discussions also include the purchase of Patriot systems from the USA, which are to be specifically made available to Ukraine. Pistorius will discuss cooperation within NATO with his American colleague Pete Hegseth and address the current situation in Ukraine.
Changes in US policy?
US Senator Lindsey Graham has hinted at a possible turning point in Russia policy. He noted that the already planned negotiations with Vladimir Putin may no longer be feasible. Such statements could have far-reaching implications for the United States' support strategy. Graham emphasized the pressure on US policymakers to act, which President Zelenskyj also accepts. He sees positive changes in U.S. policy toward Ukraine and has directed his military officials to provide Kellogg with comprehensive intelligence on Russia to optimize defense strategies.
How the situation will develop remains exciting. Developments surrounding the Patriot systems and support for Ukraine are being followed with the greatest attention. It remains to be seen whether these new weapon systems can actually lead to a stabilization of the situation.