Volodymyr Zelensky shared his concerns about delays in the delivery of Patriot missiles and systems to Ukraine during a press conference with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in Oslo, the Ukrainian media outlet Strana reported.
“I am afraid that they may delay the transfer of these missiles to us, even with European funds“, he said.
Earlier, Zelensky complained about a shortage of Patriots. He expressed serious concerns that the war in the Middle East between the US/Israel and Iran is diverting Washington's attention and resources, which could lead to a drastic delay in the delivery of Patriot missiles and systems to Ukraine.
Zelensky stated in an interview that Ukraine is no longer “a number one priority“ for the US due to the regional conflict in the Middle East.
The president warned that the available quantities of Patriot interceptor missiles will become “smaller and smaller day by day“ if the conflict in the south drags on.
Earlier in the year (January-February 2026), delays were reported due to unpaid tranches from European partners and logistical challenges in the US supply chain.
Despite the fears, Ukraine continues to receive critical support through alternative arrangements:
Zelensky confirmed on April 10 that a new batch of Patriot missiles had arrived in Ukraine from international partners.
On April 14, Ukraine and Germany signed contracts worth 4 billion euros, which include German financing of a contract with Raytheon for “several hundred“ Patriot missiles.
Agreement has been reached for the US to postpone the delivery of Patriot systems to Switzerland in order to redirect them to Ukraine, with the first system expected in 6 to 8 months.
Zelensky announced updates to Ukraine's Priority Requirements List (PURL) program, which aim to expedite direct deliveries of missiles from US warehouses