Will the Patriot system be transferred from Israel to Kiev in the Russia-Ukraine war?

The Russian Ambassador to the United Nations, Vasily Nebenzia, raised concerns about the potential transfer of the “Patriot” system from Israel to Ukraine, stating that this could have political implications. This statement follows a report in the Financial Times indicating that discussions are taking place between Israel, the USA, and Ukraine regarding the transfer of eight Patriot batteries from Israel to Ukraine. Israel had previously announced its plans to dismantle these batteries and replace them with more advanced systems, but delays have occurred due to ongoing tensions. If this transfer takes place, it would significantly enhance Ukraine’s defense capabilities, as the country already possesses four Patriot systems supplied by the US and Germany.

The Israeli M901 PAC-2 Patriot batteries are considered an older model compared to those in Ukraine, but military analysts believe they are still compatible. Additionally, the older Israeli interceptor missiles are reported to have a longer range and larger warheads than the newer models. This potential transfer of Patriot systems raises questions about the changing dynamics in Ukraine’s defense landscape and could have broader implications on regional security.

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