Trump grants Ukraine license to build Patriot missiles

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that US President Donald Trump has given final approval for Ukraine to receive licenses to produce Patriot missiles domestically, according to an audio clip reported by Norwegian media. Zelenskyy stated Trump confirmed a "final decision" during their recent meeting, though Trump previously made a similar promise in July before reversing course. Ukraine's shortage of the missiles leaves it vulnerable to Russian ballistic missile attacks. The announcement comes amid ongoing Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, including a reported explosion near central Kyiv on Friday morning, with Russia claiming attacks on Ukrainian drone production and logistics facilities.