# Ukraine has no interceptor missiles for Patriot systems — TV

https://mins.news/en/item/24272

- TASS, 2026-08-17 14:36 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2174259

> CNN reported that Ukraine has nearly exhausted its US-made Patriot interceptor missiles and cannot use the systems against ballistic missiles. A Patriot unit it accessed had reportedly made no launch in about six weeks, with a global shortage worsened by extensive use during the US-Israel war against Iran.

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