Ukraine has stepped up its requests for the West to supply advanced Patriot missile batteries. 9News
could trigger a new wave of refugees fleeing the war-torn nation.
During the interview, he also asked for more German and French air-defence systems, resupplies of artillery shells and modern battle tanks. The key issue is that the complex, high-tech system requires significant maintenance and training, said the official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss ongoing operations in Ukraine.
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