Summary
The U.S. State Department approved the possible sale of 500 Patriot PAC-3 interceptors and related support to Ukraine, at an estimated cost of $2.1 billion. The missiles are not expected to arrive until the early 2030s, and Ukraine will fund the purchase with contributions from Canada, Germany and Norway, as well as European Union-backed financing.Key Facts
- The proposed package includes 500 Patriot PAC-3 missiles, parts and support.
- The State Department announced the approval on Friday.
- People briefed on the decision said the missiles have not yet been made and deliveries are expected in the early 2030s.
- Funding will come from Canada, Germany and Norway through the US JUMPSTART programme, along with funds linked to the EU’s Ukraine Support Loan.
- Lockheed Martin is the principal contractor for the sale.
- In July, the U.S. Army awarded Lockheed a contract worth up to $58.6 billion to produce Patriot interceptors.
- Ukraine has said it urgently needs more interceptors as Russia attacks its energy and civilian infrastructure.
- The article reports that the U.S. military’s weapons transfers to allies and its use of munitions in operations in Iran have raised concerns about inventories.
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