The State Department announced Oct. 30 that it has approved a possible sale of 500 Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors along with supporting gear to Ukraine. The estimated value stands at $2.1 billion and will be paid entirely by partners and allies.
Ukraine asked for the 500 PAC-3 MSE rounds. The package also covers classified and unclassified spare parts for those missiles as well as logistics and program support.
Officials said the transfer would advance U.S. foreign policy and national security goals by strengthening a partner that contributes to stability in Europe. Canada, Germany, and Norway will pay through the JUMPSTART program, along with Ukrainian national funds backed by the European Union’s Ukraine Support Loan. …