As of 2025-10-25, Ukraine had received at least seven U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems since Russia's full-scale invasion began.
October 25, 2025
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Cumulative deliveries of Patriot systems to Ukraine reported by U.S. and European defense sources.
As of 2025-10-25, Ukrainian authorities sought to purchase an additional 25 Patriot air defense systems from the United States to strengthen the country's air defenses, particularly in cities.
October 25, 2025
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Reported Ukrainian procurement objective to increase air-defense capability with more Patriot systems.
Patriot air defense systems are deployed to protect cities and infrastructure from ballistic missile and aerial (including drone) attacks.
October 25, 2025
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Describes the operational role of Patriot systems as cited in discussions about city protection from missile and drone strikes.
The Patriot is a surface-to-air missile system deployed for air defense to detect, track and engage incoming aircraft and missile threats.
September 13, 2025
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General definition of the Patriot air defense system and its role.
Patriot battery systems are ground-based air-defense systems used to defend against incoming missiles and unmanned aerial systems (drones).
January 01, 2025
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Air-defense capability commonly employed to protect infrastructure and forces from missile and drone attacks.
States facing sustained drone and missile attacks commonly seek additional air defense systems, such as Patriot surface-to-air missile batteries, to protect populated areas and critical infrastructure.
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Air defense procurement and deployment are central elements of defensive strategies against aerial threats.
Raytheon produces the Patriot air defense system and Tomahawk cruise missiles.
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Raytheon is a major U.S. defense contractor manufacturing air defense and cruise missile systems.