US Approves $2.1 Billion Sale of Patriot Missiles to Ukraine

The United States is sending more Patriot missile systems to Ukraine to help them defend against incoming attacks.

The United States has officially approved a sale of Patriot missiles to Ukraine. The deal is worth $2.1 billion. Patriot missiles are special weapons used to shoot down incoming rockets or planes in the air. Ukraine has been asking for more of these to protect its cities and people from attacks. There was some talk that the U.S. was waiting too long to send this help. A Finnish official even accused the U.S. of "playing politics" by holding back the missiles. Now, the deal is moving forward. President Zelenskyy has been pushing hard for more support like this from the U.S. and other allies…