A long Mideast war could take away from support for Ukraine, Zelenskyy tells the AP

Associated Press (AP) National SecurityNews ReportEN 7 min read 100% complete by By SERRA YEDIKARDES and SAMYA KULLABApril 5, 2026 at 10:23 AM

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In an interview with the Associated Press in Istanbul on April 4, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy voiced concerns that a protracted war in the Middle East, specifically a U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, could diminish U.S. support for Ukraine. Zelenskyy fears that a shift in Washington's global priorities could lead to a reduction in critical aid for Ukraine. This comes as Kyiv anticipates decreased deliveries of Patriot air defense missiles, which are essential for the country's defense. Zelenskyy's worry stems from the potential diversion of American resources and attention towards a new, large-scale conflict in the Middle East. He believes this could weaken international backing for Ukraine as it continues to defend itself.

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Kyiv braces for reduced deliveries of critically needed Patriot air defence missiles.

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A long Mideast war could take away from support for Ukraine.

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A prolonged U.S.-Israeli war on Iran could further erode America’s support for Ukraine.

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Turkey 30% Istanbul 30% The Associated Press ×730% Patriot 40% Kyiv 50% Israel 60% Iran 60% United States ×270% Ukraine ×680% Volodymyr Zelenskyy ×790%

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ukraine 100% mideast war 90% u.s. support 80% reduced deliveries 70% patriot air defence missiles 70% global priorities 60% iran 50% zelenskyy 50%

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