Zelensky announces new air defense contracts, expects fast interceptor production

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced preparations for new contracts on air defense systems and missiles, stating that Ukraine increases its protection level daily and expects fast production of interceptors to counter Russian drones. Zelensky spoke after a report from Prime Minister Serhiy Koretskyi, the defense minister, infrastructure minister, and the Armed Forces. He confirmed tasks are defined and funding is secured, though public details of the new agreements are not yet available. The president also called on international partners to provide more anti-ballistic defense means to protect infrastructure, calling it the main challenge. He added that Russia shows no intention of moving from escalation to negotiations.