US holding up air defense missiles for Ukraine for nearly a month, Zelensky says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that the U.S. has delayed the approval of air defense missiles for nearly a month, impacting Ukraine's defense capabilities against Russian attacks. The missiles, crucial for the Patriot and NASAMS systems, have already been funded by Ukraine's allies. Zelensky emphasized the urgency of the situation, as Ukraine relies on these systems to intercept challenging Russian ballistic missiles. He instructed his team to address the issue with U.S. officials again. Additionally, Ukraine has faced disruptions in its early-warning systems and military communications, which have hindered its defense operations.