The US Army Signs $4.5 Billion Contract with Lockheed Martin
The US Army has signed a multi-year contract worth $4.5 billion with Lockheed Martin. According to the terms of the agreement, American forces have ordered 870 PAC-3 MSE missiles and corresponding equipment.
Response to Conflict Between Russia and Ukraine
This contract is part of the response to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Western countries have provided Ukraine with Patriot missile systems to defend against Russian attacks.
New Version of PAC-3 MSE Missiles
Lockheed Martin produces a new version of the PAC-3 MSE surface-to-air missiles, which arm Patriot systems. The cost of one missile is around $4 million, according to US military budget documents.
Increasing Support for Ukraine
Ukraine has actively asked its partners to provide additional Patriot systems amid increased Russian attacks. Germany and Romania have both made decisions to transfer Patriot systems to Ukraine.
Possible Transfer of Patriot Systems from Israel
Reports in the media suggest negotiations between Ukraine and the US regarding the transfer of eight Patriot systems from Israel. According to RBK-Ukraine, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov discussed this issue with the Israeli side last week.
A source in the Israeli Ministry of Defense stated that a decision on the transfer has not been made yet, but will be taken in the near future.
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