The US Considers Producing Patriot Missiles in Ukraine

The United States continues negotiations on the production of Patriot interceptor missiles involving Ukraine, despite President Donald Trump's doubts regarding the licensing. Options being considered include manufacturing components in Ukraine with final assembly in Germany, Ukraine joining the US-European program, and participating in the production of a cheaper version of the PAC-3 Adapted Capability Effector. The most realistic scenario is the production of components in Ukraine and assembly in Germany. Kyiv insists on expanding PAC-3 production due to a shortage of missiles for intercepting ballistic targets. Trump had previously stated his willingness to grant a license for PAC-3 production but later clarified that no such agreement exists. Washington is exploring formats for defense cooperation with Ukraine, with one condition being the protection of American technologies. Even if an agreement is reached, new missiles may not arrive for at least a year, and launching new production lines takes between three to seven years. Ukraine is also asking partners to transfer missiles from stockpiles and is considering long-term purchases of PAC-3.

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