Ukraine is grappling with the difficulty of intercepting rapid Russian ballistic missiles. While the Patriot system provides a measure of defense, its effectiveness is hindered by the limited number of available batteries. The increasing global demand and production constraints have led to interceptor shortages. To enhance its security, Ukraine is focusing on neutralizing launchers and developing indigenous defense capabilities.

Russia’s ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine pose an urgent question for NATO leaders.

"Some key Russian enterprises involved in ballistic missile production are not under sanctions imposed by the U.S., the U.K., Japan, Switzerland, and other jurisdictions,"…

Kyiv has run out of Patriot interceptors, but allies remain reluctant to supply more.