The Spanish government has announced its decision to transfer five PAC-2 missiles to Ukraine for use with Patriot missile defense systems. This development was revealed during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Spain on March 18, 2026.
The PAC-2 missiles are part of the arsenal of an anti-aircraft artillery regiment stationed at a Marine Corps base in Valencia. While these missiles are not the latest model, as Spain is in the process of upgrading its systems to the PAC-3 version, they still hold significant value.
Each missile is estimated to cost between $3 million and $4 million, bringing the total value of the transfer to approximately $20 million. However, sources indicate that the primary challenge lies not in funding but in the global shortage of these missiles, which has surged due to heightened demand amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
Raytheon, the American manufacturer of the missiles, is currently unable to meet the increasing demand. Additionally, the delivery of four Patriot batteries, which Spain ordered for nearly €1.5 billion, has been postponed until 2031.
Spain is set to provide Ukraine with five PAC-2 Patriot missiles, announced during President Zelensky's visit. The transfer highlights a growing global demand for such defense systems amid ongoing conflicts.