Kyiv’s drone leverage moved the US. Moscow could be next, a top Ukrainian official says.

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated openness to letting Ukraine build Patriot missiles, a shift from prior U.S. policy. Ukraine's growing weapons partnerships, including a joint anti-ballistic missile deal with Germany, are strengthening its leverage in peace talks. Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine’s top official, emphasized Kyiv’s transition from seeking aid to offering strategic value to Western allies.