Politics

Patriot shortage gives Putin an opening to reverse Ukraine’s momentum [ANALYSIS]

Stuart Dowell
 04.08.2026, 17:12
The aftermath of a Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv on 1 August 2026, which killed nine people and injured 28, including four children. Photo: PAP/Vladyslav Musiienko
The aftermath of a Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv on 1 August 2026, which killed nine people and injured 28, including four children. Photo: PAP/Vladyslav Musiienko

Ukraine estimates Russia can launch up to 100 ballistic-like missiles monthly.