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Trump Signals Patriot Missile Shortage, Proposes Ukraine Production License

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First reported by Globes · 3 hours ago

What happened

At the NATO summit, President Trump suggested licensing Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles amid a global shortage, while stressing U.S. supply limits. The proposal is under review, with experts warning of production delays and security risks. Trump praised Zelensky's leadership and pledged ongoing U.S. support.

01Trump hints at a global shortage of Patriot missiles affecting U.S. supply to Ukraine.
02He proposes licensing Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles domestically.
03The idea is still under consideration with no formal agreements yet.
04Each Patriot missile costs about $3 million, and production lags behind demand.
05Experts warn local production could take months and risk Russian attacks and espionage.
06Trump praised Zelensky's leadership and expressed hope for a peace agreement and continued U.S. aid.

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