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Zelensky to CNN: More Patriot Systems Needed to Counter Russian Missiles

Ukrainian President Zelensky stated to CNN that additional Patriot systems can stop Russian missiles.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In an interview with CNN, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that increasing the number of Patriot systems could enable Ukraine to destroy all Russian missiles. Zelensky specified that even just 10% of the United States' Patriot stock would be enough to address the Russian threat during the winter.

Zelensky further added that even reduced support, such as 5% of the available stock, would help Ukraine get through the winter, emphasizing the crucial importance of these defense systems.

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