Russian Missiles Kill 9 in Kyiv After Trump Backs Off Air-Defense Pledge
NYT > World News·August 1, 2026

Russian missiles have killed 9 people in Kyiv, highlighting the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The country's supply of Patriot missile interceptors is dwindling, leaving it vulnerable to further attacks. President Trump had previously promised to allow Ukraine to produce the interceptors itself, but has now backed away from that pledge. This decision may exacerbate Ukraine's defense challenges amidst the ongoing Russian aggression.
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