Trump approves Patriot missile production in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Donald Trump has granted final approval for Ukraine to receive licenses to produce Patriot interceptor missiles locally, reducing reliance on imports and strengthening air defense capabilities. Zelensky stated that Trump confirmed the decision during their meeting, saying, "Ukraine will receive licenses to produce Patriot missiles." This move comes as Ukrainian authorities report Russia has escalated attacks on Kyiv's data centers and telecommunications, cutting internet access for 100,000 households and threatening missile alert systems. In related developments, Sweden and Finland conducted their first joint operation to intercept Russian military aircraft over the Gulf of Finland. Zelensky also met with over two dozen US companies in New York to seek private investment for Ukraine's economy, critical infrastructure, and winter energy needs.