Patriot license could shift Ukraine's air-defense push

Trump reportedly offered Kyiv a license to domestically produce Patriot missile interceptors, potentially speeding Ukraine's access to Western air-defense tech while Washington keeps its own stock; Ukraine plans to pursue domestic production, but experts warn gains may be modest in the near term. The report also highlights broader war dynamics—network-centric warfare, AI-enabled drones, and heavy strikes—amid discussions of peace talks as both sides weigh the impact of offensive and defensive capabilities.