On Sunday, July 13, President Donald Trump announced that the United States would provide Ukraine with Patriot missile defense systems. This represents a notable shift in his administration's policy, which had previously paused new arms supplies.

Speaking to reporters at Andrews Air Force Base, Trump confirmed the decision, stating: “We are not paying anything for them. But we will provide them with the Patriots they desperately need.”

He added, “I haven't agreed on the exact number, but they will receive them because they need protection, and the European Union is paying for it.”

While refusing to specify the exact number of Patriot systems being sent, Trump emphasized their critical importance, reiterating that Ukraine “will pay us 100 percent for them.”

The president directly linked this decision to the ongoing military aggression from Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, noting: “Putin has truly surprised many... He says nice words, but in the evening, he bombs everyone, and there's a little problem with that. I don't like it.”

When asked if his expected announcement regarding sanctions against Russia would be made on Monday, Trump replied: “We’ll see what happens tomorrow.” The decision to provide Patriots signifies a significant change in Trump's approach, who has previously focused on persuading Putin to come to the negotiating table.

Trump also confirmed a forthcoming meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

A senior administration official informed the Kyiv Post earlier on Sunday that the meeting is expected to continue discussions on coordinating assistance to Ukraine and broader regional security issues.