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US Approves $2.1 Billion Patriot Missile Sale to Ukraine

October 31, 2026

Summary

The U.S. has approved a $2.1 billion sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine, which are crucial for downing Russia's ballistic missiles. However, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned that delivery of the PAC-3 missiles could take years.

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Center

  • Ukraine gets approval for Patriot missile sale
  • US approves sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine

Right

  • US approves $2.1 billion Patriot missile sale to Ukraine
  • US approves $2.1 billion Patriot missile sale to Ukraine amid delayed missile deliveries
  • Trump agrees to send 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine - but they may not get there before 2032

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