Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have formalized an "agreement" on defense cooperation, as confirmed by President Volodymyr Zelensky on social media. This agreement lays the groundwork for future contracts and technological cooperation between the two nations.
Zelensky stated that both countries had "reached an important arrangement" on defense cooperation. The agreement comes at a time when Zelensky is seeking to develop ties in the Middle East, given rising uncertainties over Western support for Ukraine.
The agreement includes air defense, a critical area for both nations. France 24 reported that the agreement focuses on air defense, especially as the Gulf country has come under attack.
Separately, the Pentagon is considering diverting military aid from Ukraine to the Middle East, according to the Washington Post.
Separately, India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved defense deals worth approximately Rs 2.38 lakh crore.
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have formalized an "agreement" on defense cooperation, as confirmed by President Volodymyr Zelensky on social media. This agreement lays the groundwork for future contracts and technological cooperation between the two nations. The deal was reached during Zelensky's visit to Saudi Arabia.
Zelensky stated that both countries had "reached an important arrangement" on defense cooperation. The agreement comes at a time when Zelensky is seeking to develop ties in the Middle East, given rising uncertainties over Western support for Ukraine.
The agreement includes air defense, a critical area for both nations. France 24 reported that the agreement focuses on air defense, especially as the Gulf country has come under attack. Zelensky offered air defense systems in exchange for Gulf funds.
The Pentagon is weighing diverting military aid from Ukraine to the Middle East, according to the Washington Post. This potential shift underscores the evolving security landscape and the competing demands on U.S. resources.
Separately, India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved defense deals worth approximately Rs 2.38 lakh crore. These acquisitions include advanced air defense systems for the Army, medium transport aircraft and the S-400 missile system for the Air Force, and heavy-duty air cushion vehicles for the Coast Guard.
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