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President warns about sharing advanced U.S. weapons while discussing Patriot license request for Ukraine
Summary
Asked about licensing Patriot missiles for Ukraine at Camp David, the president said transferring complex systems is "a big step," praised U.S. weapons capabilities and warned of the risks of sharing sensitive technology abroad.
During a question about whether to license Patriot systems for Ukraine, the president said providing advanced, complex systems is "a big step" and emphasized the U.S. advantage in missiles, drones and other weaponry. He warned that giving such systems can be risky because recipients might later turn technology against the U.S. or reveal sensitive details.
"We have the greatest weapons in the world," the president said, adding that the Patriot is a complex defensive system and that decisions about transfers require care. He also referenced past transfers of Javelins to Ukraine and argued advanced systems require safeguards; the transcript does not include a formal announcement about licensing or a timeline for decisions.
The exchange underscores balancing military assistance with technology-protection concerns; reporters should seek Defense Department statements for the latest decision and any authorization mechanisms.
