Trump now 'not sure' about letting Ukraine build Patriot missiles
The US president's latest comments come weeks after he offered Kyiv the right to make the missiles.
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Notable Quotes
"We have not agreed to that. We're talking about it. But it's a hard thing to give away, that kind of technology."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"It's a very extraordinary weapon, and. . . we have to be a little bit careful of who we licence to."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"He accepted that he will give us licences."
— Volodymyr Zelensky , Politician
"As Russia's air attacks on our country continue unabated, air defence – specifically Patriot interceptors against ballistic missiles – remains a top priority."
— Volodymyr Zelensky , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Trump's son-in-law and a special envoy working on Middle Eastern negotiations.
JD Vance is a United States Senator from Ohio and a prominent figure in conservative politics.
A special envoy involved in negotiations with Iran.
President of Ukraine who attended a summit in Yerevan.
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The US president's latest comments come weeks after he offered Kyiv the right to make the missiles.
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