What defence support could Ukraine offer Middle East states amid Iran war?
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In March 2026, amid escalating conflict between the US/Israel and Iran, the US requested Ukraine's assistance in defending Middle Eastern allies against Iranian drone attacks. The US is currently using expensive systems like Patriot missiles to intercept Iranian drones, raising concerns about cost and supply. Ukraine, having experience countering Iranian Shahed drones used by Russia, could offer its defensive technology to Gulf states. President Zelenskyy has proposed a technology exchange, offering Ukrainian drone defense in return for advanced US defensive systems for use against Russia. The conflict began 10 days prior with US and Israeli strikes on Iran, followed by Iranian retaliation against Israel, US assets, and infrastructure in several Middle Eastern countries.
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