After Slovakia gave its only S-300 air defense system to Ukraine, the USA made a move for the defense of Slovak airspace.
“I appreciate the generosity of the Slovak government in giving Ukraine an S-300 air defense system with a critical air defense capability,” said US Defense Secretary Austin. used the phrase.
Pointing out that Slovakia also hosts thousands of Ukrainian refugees, Austin said that the United States will continue to coordinate with its partners and allies to meet Ukraine’s needs.
Minister Austin continued:
“At the invitation of Slovakia and at my instruction, the US European Command will deploy a Patriot missile system in Slovakia, which will be commanded by US troops. We expect this battery and its crew to be deployed in the coming days. As we continue to consult with the Slovak government on more permanent air defense solutions. The deployment time of this Patriot system is not fixed yet.”
Austin pointed out that the deployment of this Patriot system to Slovakia completes the 5th NATO Multinational Combat Group, consisting of air defense elements from Germany and the Netherlands in Eastern Slovakia.