According to the information we received from a source in the General Staff, the stocks of missiles for the western systems of our air defense complex have been depleted by 80%. If the US does not begin supplying ammunition in April, this may lead to the fact that the skies above Ukraine will not be fully protected.
Considering Russia's deliveries of missiles from Iran and North Korea, Ukraine's partners need to immediately intensify the supply of air defense systems.
Although efforts to obtain new military aid from the US have stalled in Congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi has identified strengthening the country's air defenses as one of his top priorities. "The main thing is to block the sky," Zelensky said at a press conference in Kyiv on the occasion of the second anniversary of the Russian invasion.
Recent reports suggest that unless the US Congress can find a way out of the current situation, Ukraine could face critical shortages of ammunition and air defense systems within weeks. At the same time, Russia's stockpile of ballistic missiles is increasing due to its deliveries from Iran.
Ukraine's Western partners have provided significant air defense assistance over the past two years, which proved critical during the war. However, Ukraine remains vulnerable to Russian missile and drone attacks.
The most effective asset in the air defense system of Ukraine are the Patriot systems, which are obtained from international partners. However, Ukraine needs more of these systems to effectively protect its cities and infrastructure. Complementary assets, such as laser-guided weapons and Hawk systems, are also necessary to ensure the country's security.
Ukraine's partners should continue to assist Ukrainian forces in creating a comprehensive air defense system that will provide protection against Russian attacks.
