The US State Department has decided to approve the sale of 500 Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine for $2.1 billion. Along with the missiles, the package will include spare parts and logistical support. This was reported by the US State Department. The prime contractor will be Lockheed Martin. The purchase will be financed by donations from Canada, Germany and Norway under the JUMPSTART program, as well as funds from Ukraine provided through a loan from the European Union. No US funds will be used to finance this transaction. rights.az Contact

The US State Department has decided to approve the sale of 500 Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine for $2.1 billion. Along with the missiles, the package will include spare parts and logistical support. This was reported by the US State Department. The prime contractor will be Lockheed Martin. The purchase will be financed by donations from Canada, Germany and Norway under the JUMPSTART program, as well as funds from Ukraine provided through a loan from the European Union. No US funds will be used to finance this transaction. rights.az Contact