American weapons are already headed to Ukraine, but not all EU and NATO members will participate in weapon purchases.

The first Patriot missiles, part of the aid package announced by the US, are already en route to Ukraine from Germany, said US President Donald Trump at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. He stated there would be no financial cost for the US, as EU countries and NATO members will cover the military aid’s cost.

Most NATO-funded weapons for Ukraine under the new agreement are either in storage or have been recently produced, so they are ready for immediate shipment, including Patriot air defense systems, missiles, and ammunition.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said at least eight NATO countries are ready to buy weapons, with Germany offering two Patriot systems and Norway a third. One country is prepared to supply 17 Patriot systems (likely launchers, not full systems). Each Patriot battery costs about $1B, with interceptor missiles approximately $3.7M each. Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden will also join Trump’s initiative.

However, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala announced his country will not participate, citing focus on other projects such as supplying Ukraine with ammunition. This stance could change, as pro-Russian candidate Andrej Babis has said he would halt the current government’s plans to buy shells if he becomes prime minister. France and Italy declined to join, citing increased defense spending and a lack of funds.