The twentieth meeting in the Ramstein format could be decisive in preventing a possible shortage of missiles for Ukraine's air defense forces.
Experts point to the existence of alternative ways to assist the Armed Forces of Ukraine in providing weapons, even without an approved budget, through the participation of “third countries.”.
One possible option is the Excess Defense Articles program, which involves the transfer of surplus weapons at minimal cost, provided that the recipient pays for logistics costs and restoration and repair.
Additionally, US anti-aircraft missiles, such as the AIM-120 and AIM-9, used in NASAMS, are in service with NATO countries and other countries supporting Ukraine. A possible scenario would involve transferring the missiles to Ukraine in exchange for a discount on replenishing their own stockpiles by ordering new missiles from the United States.
However, the main problem is the missiles for the Patriot system. In Europe, their production for this system is carried out by a joint company of MBDA Germany and Raytheon – COMLOG. There are options for transferring anti-aircraft missiles to Ukraine, but these are complicated schemes with several participants based on mutual obligations and promises.
However, any more complex measures that involve direct arms deliveries remain extremely unclear and confusing.
