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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday that he discussed the provision of Patriot missile interceptors to Kyiv with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.
Writing on “X”, Zelenskyy said the meeting took place as Kyiv experienced “three waves of ballistic strikes” by Russia. He said he briefed Rutte on the overnight attacks.
“We have learned how to intercept cruise missiles and drones. We are now looking for solutions to counter jet-powered ‘shaheds,’ and we already have good results. But against ballistic missiles, for now, the only effective option is Patriot interceptors, which we need practically every day,” Zelenskyy said.
Ukraine seeks air defence support
The two officials discussed Ukraine’s need for Patriot missiles and ways Kyiv could secure a “winter support package”, according to Zelenskyy.
“As Russia continues its terrible attacks on Ukraine and tries to rattle Allies to get them to slow their support, our response is clear. We’ll keep calm, carry on growing more capable, and continue to support Ukraine,” Rutte said on “X”.
Ukraine’s State Emergency Service said Thursday morning that two people were killed and at least eight others injured in overnight strikes on Kyiv.
Zelenskyy holds meetings in New York
Zelenskyy arrived in New York late Monday. He addressed the General Assembly on Wednesday and has held several bilateral meetings since his arrival.
Later Thursday, the Ukrainian president met executives from more than 30 leading US companies and members of the Economic Advisory Group in New York.
