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UAE and Ukraine Forge Defense Pact Amid Rising Tensions
3/28/2026
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Story summary
- The United Arab Emirates and Ukraine formed a defense cooperation agreement, announced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
- The move comes as tensions in the Middle East rise amid Iran's drone strikes.
- Regional countries are increasingly acknowledging Ukraine's defense technology capabilities.
- The agreement emphasizes the export of Ukraine's expertise and equipment.
- Ukrainian teams will operate interceptor drones remotely over the Middle East.
