British News Agency

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia produces 140 ballistic missiles per month.

In an interview with DW, Zelensky assessed Ukraine’s air defense capacity and said Russia’s monthly production had reached 140 ballistic missiles. He stated that, according to NATO standards, 280 interceptors would be required to intercept all of these missiles, saying: “But it is not possible to receive 280 Patriot missiles per month. Even 100 missiles is a major challenge.”

Zelensky said Ukraine wants to secure 100–120 missile interceptors for the coming cold months and that these could be supplied from existing U.S. stockpiles or production lines. Stating that there is political will in the United States to help Ukraine and sell missile interceptors, Zelensky said regarding whether shipments would be made from existing stockpiles: “I don’t know. We’ll see.”

Zelensky also said talks are being held with Middle Eastern countries and that Ukraine expects support from European countries as part of the package. Zelensky said: “With all due respect to the Europeans, they have helped a lot and we appreciate it. They should share these missiles to help save lives.”