Monterey Salinas, CA, September 26, 2026 —

Former President Donald Trump did not confirm statements made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding a potential license for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missiles. The exchange occurred following a meeting between the two leaders on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

President Zelensky had asserted that an agreement was reached for Ukraine to receive a license to produce Patriot missile systems. However, Trump, when asked about this development, shifted the focus, stating his belief that the United States should broker a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia.

Trump emphasized his position that the conflict should be resolved promptly, advocating for an immediate cessation of hostilities. He stated that a peace agreement should be reached quickly, though he did not provide specific details on how such a deal might be structured or achieved.

The former president’s remarks suggest a differing approach to the ongoing conflict compared to the current administration’s strategy of providing military and financial aid to Ukraine. Trump has previously expressed skepticism about the level of U.S. involvement and expenditure in foreign conflicts.

The specific details surrounding the potential license for Patriot missile manufacturing, including the terms, timeline, and the involvement of any U.S. defense contractors, were not further elaborated upon by former President Trump. The assertion from President Zelensky regarding the license remains unconfirmed by Trump.


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