Defense Blog
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov held a high-level meeting with senior executives from U.S. defense contractor Raytheon on May 19, focusing on expanding collaboration in air and missile defense systems, particularly the Patriot platform.
In a statement released after the talks, Umerov said he had a “productive meeting” with Joseph DeAntona, Raytheon’s Vice President for Land and Air Defense Systems. The conversation, he noted, centered on Ukraine’s urgent need for additional missile systems and interceptors to strengthen the country’s defenses against continued Russian air attacks.
“The main topic was strengthening the protection of Ukraine’s skies,” Umerov said. “We discussed the critical need for additional systems and missiles. This is a national priority — the protection of our people, critical infrastructure, cities, and villages.”
