Trump Suggests Ukraine Could Produce Patriot Missiles

Former U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that Ukraine could be granted a license to produce Patriot missile systems within Ukraine. During a discussion with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump proposed the idea as a solution to ensure Ukraine's supply of the crucial air defense weaponry.

"One of the things we will talk about is that we will give you a license to create Patriots, that's pretty cool," Trump reportedly said, addressing Zelenskyy. He added, "This way you won't be able to complain that we are not giving enough of them. I said: 'Make them yourselves.'"

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One of the things we will talk about is that we will give you a license to create Patriots, that's pretty cool.

The statement suggests a potential shift in U.S. policy regarding the production of advanced military technology, allowing a partner nation direct manufacturing capabilities. This move could address concerns about the timely delivery and sufficient quantity of Patriot systems to Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.

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This way you won't be able to complain that we are not giving enough of them. I said: 'Make them yourselves.'