For nearly a month, Ukraine has been awaiting the signature of US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth regarding the supply of missiles for the Patriot and NASAMS systems. President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the importance of this issue and instructed to discuss it again with the American side.
Completion of Freyja Missile Development
Additionally, Zelensky announced that Ukraine has completed its part of the development of the European anti-ballistic missile Freyja. Now, ten partner countries are expected to finalize their work on the project. The President urged partners to expedite the process to commence testing of the new ballistic missile interception system as soon as possible.
Negotiations with International Partners
Zelensky also noted that negotiations are ongoing with other countries regarding the supply of defense systems. The importance of international support in the current situation in Ukraine remains critical, and the country hopes for an intensification of cooperation with its allies.