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Posted by Abdulwahid
 - Mar 06, 2026, 04:37 PM
The administration of Donald Trump is reportedly considering buying Ukrainian weapons to help counter Iranian drone attacks in the Middle East. During an interview with Reuters, Trump said he would welcome assistance from any country. When asked about purchasing drones developed by Ukraine, he replied that the United States is open to receiving help wherever it is available.

The discussion came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that several countries, including the United States, have asked Ukraine for help in defending against Iranian-designed "Shahed" drones. Writing on the social media platform X, Zelenskyy said Washington requested support to strengthen protection against these drones in the Middle East. He added that he had instructed Ukrainian officials to provide the necessary equipment and send specialists if required.

Ukraine has gained significant experience in drone warfare during its ongoing conflict with Russia. Russian forces have repeatedly used Iranian-made Shahed drones to attack Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Because of this experience, Ukraine has developed special interceptor drones designed specifically to detect and destroy these aerial threats.

One major advantage of the Ukrainian interceptor drones is their low cost. Each interceptor may cost only a few thousand dollars, while a single Patriot missile system interceptor used by the United States can cost millions. This makes the Ukrainian technology a cheaper and more practical option for countries facing large numbers of drone attacks.

The growing drone threat has become more serious in the Middle East. An Iranian drone reportedly struck a U.S. military facility in Kuwait, killing several American personnel. Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates says it has intercepted over 1,000 Iranian drones and nearly 200 missiles since the conflict began. Zelenskyy has also spoken with leaders from countries including Qatar, Bahrain, and Jordan about possible cooperation on drone defense.

Despite offering support, Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine will only assist if it does not weaken its own defenses. Ukraine still faces continuous attacks from Russian forces and must protect its skies first. However, helping other nations counter Iranian drones could strengthen Ukraine's diplomatic relationships and gain support for its efforts to end the war with Russia.

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