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- 1Trump gives Ukraine license to make Patriot missiles, Zelensky says▼Donald Trump gives Ukraine license to manufacture Patriot missiles, Volodymyr Zelensky says
President Donald Trump has granted Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot missiles domestically, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. The announcement, reported by the Jerusalem Post, would mark a significant step in Ukraine's push to produce advanced air defense systems at home as it faces continued Russian missile and drone attacks. The move is being read as a major boost to Ukraine's defense industry and air defense capacity.
- 2Trump declines to say whether Ukraine can make Patriot missiles▼Trump declines to say if Ukraine can manufacture Patriot missiles to fend off Russian attacks
Donald Trump refused to say whether Ukraine should be allowed to manufacture Patriot missiles to defend itself against Russian attacks, sidestepping the question when pressed by reporters. His non-answer comes as Kyiv continues seeking stronger air defenses and as Washington weighs how far to support Ukraine's weapons production and military needs.