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Ukraine Faces Patriot Missile Shortage Amid Russian Strikes

4/16/2026

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On April 16, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine warned of a critical Patriot shortage amid Russian missile strikes.
He directed the Air Force commander to contact partners for promised missile supplies.
Zelensky said conflicts in the Middle East risk diverting U.S. attention and military aid.
Germany agreed to supply several hundred Patriot missiles and IRIS-T launchers, though delivery timelines remain uncertain due to high demand.

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On April 16, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine warned of a critical Patriot shortage amid Russian missile strikes.
He directed the Air Force commander to contact partners for promised missile supplies.
Zelensky said conflicts in the Middle East risk diverting U.S. attention and military aid.
Germany agreed to supply several hundred Patriot missiles and IRIS-T launchers, though delivery timelines remain uncertain due to high demand.