#Purl

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine plans to borrow 10–30 Patriot missiles from European partners under guarantees of future US supplies to bridge the air defense deficit before the US 500-unit package is realized.

The NATO commander stated that the US is supplying Ukraine with Patriot missiles and PURL packages without delay. At the same time, Zelenskyy reported that Kyiv is still waiting for the Pentagon's signature.

Trump stated that Washington received nothing in return for $350 billion in aid to Ukraine under Biden, and emphasized that Europe is now paying for weapons supplies under PURL.

German Chancellor Merz stated that Putin aims to destroy democracy in Europe and confirmed that Europe is financing Ukraine's defense without Washington. Amid the conflict with the US over refinery strikes, Berlin seeks de-escalation.

At the virtual 'Ramstein' on September 8, allies committed to delivering 300 Patriot missiles to Ukraine before winter through the PURL program and national reserves. Germany will donate PAC-2 missiles, although the program's funding is still 2 billion dollars below the target.

The UK allocates £100 million for Ukraine's winter air defense package: Patriot missiles, large-caliber artillery and drones via the PURL mechanism. Delivery is promised before the onset of winter.

Alena Hetmanchuk, Head of the Mission of Ukraine to NATO, stated that through the end of 2026 Ramstein and PURL will focus on financing defense packages already approved by the US. Three countries — Australia, New Zealand, and Japan — have already made contributions.

Alena Hetmanchuk, head of Ukraine's mission to NATO, stated that the PURL program provides only a basic level of Patriot interceptors, which is insufficient against the scale of Russian ballistic attacks.

Ukraine's Minister of Defense Hennadii Hmara discussed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte the priorities of the upcoming Rammstein meeting: air defense supplies, AFU funding, and the operation of the PURL program.

Zelensky announced decisions taken by European allies to strengthen Ukraine's air defense and called for additional packages of protection from ballistics via PURL. The statement came against the backdrop of a massive missile strike on Odesa, Kyiv, Kharkiv, and the Poltava region.

The Government of Norway announced a support package for Ukraine for 2027 worth around $9.2 billion, comparable to the current year. The aid will be comprehensive and long-term, with priorities set by Kyiv.

UAF Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi outlined the victory strategy: asymmetric strikes and weakening the Russian economy. In a call with the NATO commander, he thanked Trump and Hegseth for aid under the PURL list. 🇺🇦🤝🇺🇸

29 countries have united under the PURL program, raising $6.7 billion for Ukraine's defense. 💰🛡️ These funds allowed for the financing of more than 10 weapon packages, including 95% of interceptors for Patriot systems protecting cities from missiles. 🇺🇦🇺🇸