Germany Delivers Patriot Missiles to Ukraine; EU Approves Loan for U.S. Missile Purchase

Germany will deliver Patriot missiles to Ukraine from its stockpile, as confirmed by multiple sources. The move was announced by German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius during a meeting of the Contact Group for Support to Ukraine's Defense. The European Union has also agreed that Kyiv may use part of the 90-billion euro European loan to purchase missiles from the United States. This decision reflects a broader strategy to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities. Germany has also stated it will increase the supply of air-to-air missiles. The exact number of missiles being delivered has not been specified, but the urgency of the delivery is emphasized in both reports.