Following discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump acknowledged Ukraine's need for additional Patriot missile batteries for defense against escalating Russian attacks. Trump expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin's unwillingness to pursue a ceasefire,

The conversation between the two leaders was described as “very good,” according to people familiar with the matter. Read also: Dutch defense minister: Russia normalizing chemical warfare in Ukraine “One source briefed on the call said they were optimistic about the possibility of resuming Patriot missile deliveries,