Patriot systems have been crucial for Ukraine’s air defense in repelling Russian air attacks across the country. One Patriot interceptor missile can cost from $2 million to $4 million, according to the New York Times.
Ukraine's historic feat of intercepting ten Kinzhal ballistic missiles has shattered Russia’s claimed "invulnerability," Former Supreme Allied Commander Europe, U.S. General Philip Breedlove, said in an interview with Voice of America on Jan. 5.
The NATO Procurement and Supply Agency reported on Jan 3 that four member countries – Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, and Spain – have signed an agreement to purchase about 1000 missiles for Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba announced on Jan 3 that the NATO alliance has accepted Ukraine's request to hold an extraordinary meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council in response to Russia's recent wave of massive air strikes.
Ukraine’s Patriot air defense systems have shot down 10 Russian aircraft, including three Su-34 fighter-bombers in a recent operation. Military expert and Ukrainian Armed Forces reserve officer Andriy Kramarov commented on the "seasonal migration" of the systems in an interview with Radio NV on Dec. 23.