- A collection of geopolitical developments from January 1, 2026, including international support for Kyiv, the Iran conflict diverting attention, and potential US sanctions on Russian oil shipments.
- International bodies, including the US and G7, are considering licenses for the domestic production of various defense materials, such as anti-aircraft missiles, in support of Ukraine.
Zelenskyy is seeking permission for Patriot air defence systems, while talks are underway for SCALP cruise missile production, with Lockheed Martin manufacturing involved.
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Updated Jul 24
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What happened
Zelenskyy is seeking permission for Patriot air defence systems, while talks are underway for SCALP cruise missile production, with Lockheed Martin manufacturing involved.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Ukraine will jointly produce Patriot interceptors with Raytheon, following discussions between Zelenskyy and Trump in Ankara.Sub-event
Discussing joint production of air defense systems using Patriot technology.1 source
The US granted a license for Patriot production, while AFU stated its need for anti-aircraft missiles.1 source
- The US will license Patriot air defense systems for use in Ukraine.Sub-event
- The U.S. is the focus of the new event, concerning licensing requirements for Patriot systems.Sub-event
Bilateral talks are underway between leaders, including Zelenskyy and Stubb, to expand defense cooperation and discuss the need for compatible missiles for Ukraine.1 source
Ukraine seeks advanced defense systems (Patriot, SCALP) with US/allies involved.1 source
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The entities involved
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Lockheed Martin
US aerospace and defense manufacturer
Related events
- Iron Dome and Patriot are air defense systems, with the Patriot system being developed by Lockheed Martin in Israel.
- CSIS compiles estimates regarding the munitions used in current conflicts, highlighting the capabilities of Patriot air defense missiles.
- The European Commission approved funds for the purchase of Patriot missiles, involving Lockheed Martin.
- Lockheed Martin is discussing and accelerating the co-production of defense systems, including interceptors and missiles, with the Ukraine government and the broader US defense industry.
- U.S. forces fired Tomahawk missiles at Iranian targets while contractors supplied defense systems to the Pentagon.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- sitkasentinel.comUkraine's Zelenskyy says he's in talks with a US company to jointly produce Patriot air defenses - Daily Sitka Sentinel
- interfax.com.ua
- interfax.com.ua
- interfax.com.ua
- euronews.com