Donald Trump's claim of credit for additional weapons going to Ukraine has strained EU-US relations. Kaja Kallas stated that if the US pays for these weapons, it is European support. A meeting is set to occur among NATO nations and Ukraine donors regarding more Patriot air defense systems. Kurt Volker anticipates Ukraine could receive 12-13 Patriot batteries, though delivery might take a year. Moreover, Ukraine aims to increase domestically made weapons to 50% within six months. Currently, 40% of the weapons employed in operations are manufactured in Ukraine.
"If we pay for these weapons, it's our support. So it's European support, and we are doing as much as we can to help Ukraine."
"A meeting of Patriot owner nations and Ukraine donors aiming to find additional Patriot air defence systems for Kyiv... could take place on Wednesday of next week."
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