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Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems on truck chassis, deployed on a training ground, symbolizing the depletion of Netherlands' stockpiles

Netherlands Exhausts Patriot Missile Stocks: Amsterdam Cannot Transfer New Interceptors to Ukraine

Politics 08/06/2026, 18:18
🇳🇱 The Netherlands has officially stated that it has exhausted its stocks of Patriot missiles for Ukraine. Ministry of Defence spokesperson Kees Bakker confirmed the absence of free interceptors in the warehouses. 🚀 This occurred against the backdrop of a Russian attack on the night of August 5, when 28 missiles struck Ukraine. Air defense failed to shoot down any of them due to a lack of ammunition. 🇺🇦 Zelenskyy previously stated that supplies had decreased threefold compared to 2025, hinting at Western political pressure. The EU, however, insists on the depletion of stocks. #Ukraine #AirDefense #Patriot #Netherlands #War2026
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Stepan Sibirga at press conference: Ukraine fights for every Patriot missile, revealing shortage and diplomatic efforts

Ukraine is 'fighting for every Patriot missile': Sybiga reveals shortage and diplomatic struggle

Politics 08/06/2026, 14:32
🚨 Ukraine is 'fighting for every Patriot missile'. Acting Head of MFA Andriy Sybiga admitted a critical shortage of ammunition. 📉 The US produces only ~600 PAC-3 missiles per year. 🌍 Competition with the Middle East complicates supplies. 👔 Every ambassador works on obtaining missiles daily. 🗣️ Zelenskyy: supplies have decreased threefold, possible political blackmail by the West. 🔒 Negotiations on production licenses are ongoing.
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