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Zelenskyy Warns Middle East Conflict Diverts Aid from Ukraine

3/15/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the Middle East conflict diverts international attention and military support from Ukraine.
He emphasizes the urgent need for anti-aircraft missiles.
Zelenskyy warns of potential delays in weapon deliveries and notes Ukraine's assistance to Gulf nations against Iranian drone attacks.
He criticizes the United States for easing sanctions on Russian oil and says Ukraine seeks alternative air-defense partnerships, including the Franco-Italian SAMP/T system.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the Middle East conflict diverts international attention and military support from Ukraine.
He emphasizes the urgent need for anti-aircraft missiles.
Zelenskyy warns of potential delays in weapon deliveries and notes Ukraine's assistance to Gulf nations against Iranian drone attacks.
He criticizes the United States for easing sanctions on Russian oil and says Ukraine seeks alternative air-defense partnerships, including the Franco-Italian SAMP/T system.