Trump Sends Patriot Missiles Ukraine Ahead NATO Talks

President Donald Trump, now in his 26th week back in office, is preparing a major announcement regarding Russia and Ukraine amid ongoing tensions and conflict. He announced the U.S. will send Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine to help counter Russian airstrikes, signaling a renewed commitment to support Kyiv with advanced military equipment. Trump is set to meet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Washington, where discussions will focus on arms sales and Ukraine's defense, with NATO purchasing U.S. weapons to supply Ukraine. The announcement may include new sanctions on Moscow and potentially sending offensive weapons to Ukraine for the first time, which could shift the war's trajectory and pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate. Trump has expressed frustration with Putin's actions, criticizing the Russian leader for deceitfulness amid ongoing bombings despite peace talks. Meanwhile, bipartisan support in the Senate is building for a sanctions bill targeting Russia and other nations supporting Moscow's war efforts.