US approves $2.1 billion Patriot missile sale to Ukraine as NATO commander dismisses delivery concerns
The approval represents a step toward a possible sale rather than a completed purchase, and a timeline was not mentioned. The United States Congress generally has 30 days to review a proposed sale to Ukraine, while manufacturing and delivery of complex weapons systems can take years.
On October 30, the U.S. State Department granted approval for a $2.1 billion sale of 500 Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine, on the same day NATO's top military commander, General Alexus Grynkewich, stated that deliveries of American-made weapons purchased by European allies were continuing without delays. The package also includes spare parts and logistical support, with financing provided by Canada, Germany, and Norway through the JUMPSTART program.
This is a step towards a possible sale, not a completed purchase, with no set timeline mentioned. The approval does not involve U.S. government funds, and Ukrainian funds supported by the EU's Ukraine Support Loan will cover additional costs. NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Grynkewich, said that all shipments of PURL packages, which include Patriot missiles, have been delivered, with no delays reported.
This directly contradicts President Volodymyr Zelensky's claims of delays, as Ukrainian Defense Secretary has only authorized a fraction of the purchased Patriots.
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