Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defences
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported minimal progress in discussions with the United States regarding missile defense production. He emphasized the importance of U.S. leadership while also seeking to enhance production capabilities in Europe. Zelenskiy acknowledged the financial support from Europe but reiterated the necessity for effective U.S. diplomatic engagement.
- ▪Zelenskiy stated that there has been little progress with the U.S. on expanding missile defense production.
- ▪Ukraine is working to accelerate the production of its own anti-ballistic systems in Europe.
- ▪He expressed gratitude for U.S. expertise and highlighted the need for results in both military and diplomatic efforts.
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Zelenskiy: Little progress in talks with U.S. on missile defencesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUkraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko visit the site of an apartment building damaged during a Russian missile and drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine May 24, 2026. Press service of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine in Kyiv/Handout via REUTERSPublished May 26, 2026, 02:03 AMUpdated May 26, 2026, 02:03 AMMay 25 - President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday that Ukraine had made little progress in talks with the United States on expanding production of missile defences and was working with Europe to solve the matter."Unfortunately, there has been no progress for a long time with America…
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