Von der Leyen confirms EU weighing Ukraine's Patriots payment request, decision expected on Sept. 7
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on August 2 that the European Union is considering Ukraine's request for Patriot missile interceptors as part of a $104 billion loan. The request, submitted by then-Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, includes the PAC-3 interceptors, which have been crucial for protecting Ukraine from Russian missile attacks.
The EU is currently reviewing the request, with a meeting of national representatives scheduled for September 7 to make a decision. Approval is possible since the EU's loan agreement allows for defense purchases sourced outside the bloc if specific permission is granted. However, obtaining the interceptors is challenging due to a global shortage.
EU foreign ministers will meet in Ireland on the same day to discuss making some of their missiles available to Ukraine.
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