Ukraine to Assist US with Iranian Drone Threat in Middle East
Ukraine will provide technical expertise to counter Iranian drone attacks in the Middle East, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The US requested support against Iranian-designed 'shaheds', which have been used in regional conflicts. Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine could offer interceptor drones to defend military bases and civilian infrastructure in Gulf countries. However, he emphasized that any assistance would not compromise Ukraine's own defence. The Shahed-136 and its smaller variant, the Shahed-131, are loitering munitions developed by Iran's defence industry. Zelenskyy also suggested a potential exchange of interceptor drones for additional Patriot air defence missiles from US allies in the Gulf.
Published 1 day ago • 05 Mar 2026, 11:59 PM IST