Zelenskyy urges allies to ramp up Patriot and F-16 deliveries

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued an urgent call for enhanced air defense capabilities and an expansion of F-16 fighter jet deliveries. According to Report, Zelenskyy took to Telegram to convey the dire need for bolstered support.

"Last night, another barrage of over 50 missiles of various types and around 50 Shahed drones targeted southern, central, and western Ukraine," Zelenskyy revealed. The president emphasized that Russia is exploiting the "lack of sufficient air defense systems and the resolve of Ukraine's partners."

"Additional Patriot and other modern air defense systems for Ukraine. Acceleration and expansion of F-16 deliveries to Ukraine. Providing our warriors with all the necessary capabilities," he said.