US President Donald Trump says Ukraine will be allowed to build Patriot missiles, according to HBL. The statement puts Ukraine’s air defence back in focus as Russian attacks continue to test the country’s defences.

The pledge was made to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. HBL reports that it came after several nights in which Kyiv was left exposed to Russia’s ballistic missiles, highlighting the pressure on Ukraine’s air protection.

It is still unclear what the arrangement would look like in practice or when it could take effect. If it moves forward, the plan could matter for Ukraine’s ability to strengthen air defence while the capital remains under repeated attack.