US Secretary of State Pete Hegseth welcomed German Defence Minister Boris Pistorious to the Pentagon for talks likely focused on transferring Patriot missile systems. President Trump announced that NATO members are expected to purchase extensive US weaponry, aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression. He expressed disappointment in Putin's lack of progress toward ending the conflict, despite significant US expenditure. The Patriot missile system, capable of intercepting various air threats, is crucial as Russian attacks intensify. Ukraine is receiving support from Germany and Norway, with additional European partners offering assistance.
The Patriot missile system can detect and intercept a wide range of oncoming air targets, high-end ballistic missiles in particular, and is regarded as one of the world's best, at a time when Moscow is increasing its nightly missile and drone attacks amid its all-out war against Ukraine, now well into its fourth year.
Trump said NATO members would purchase 'billions and billions' of dollars' worth of US weaponry, including Patriot missiles, and transfer the munitions to Ukraine under a near deal aimed at helping Kyiv defend itself against Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion.
We've spent $250 billion on this war ... and we want to see it end. I am disappointed in Putin because I thought we'd have a deal two months ago.
Germany would pay for two of the systems, while Norway has agreed to supply one. Other European partners have also said they are prepared to help.
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