It is cheaper to buy American Patriot systems than to rebuild a power plant destroyed by Russia. This was stated by EU diplomat Josep Borrell, Le Monde reports.

Answering the question whether France can do more for Ukraine than Germany, Borrell said that everyone can do more to fulfill European obligations.

"My role is not to point the finger at one country or another, but to develop a common position. For me, the total figure is important, but I am well aware that this sum consists of very different concepts," he said.

Borrell emphasized that the problem is not in time but in quantity.

"It may be too late in a year. Before we talk about rebuilding Ukraine, we must avoid its destruction. It is cheaper to buy Patriot systems than to restore a power plant targeted by the Russians," the EU diplomat said.