Zelensky Pitches Ukraine's Drone Tech to Gulf Allies

0:00On March 26th, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky landed in Saudi Arabia on Thursday to hold key meetings on security ties. He pitched Ukraine's drone know-how as a boost for Gulf region safety, stressing how it could stabilize global energy markets and cut living costs in – Europe. Earlier that day, Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's real-world experience with drones, radars, and air defenses in a video to a security summit in – Helsinki. In return, he's seeking air defense missiles from Middle Eastern countries to counter Russia's invasion. Ukrainian drone makers report interest from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Air of Emirates. Companies like Cverdes and TAF Industries say they feel that approaches but are holding off on deals until Kiev gives the OK – prioritizing national security. Reports now point to the United States possibly redirecting weapons, originally bound for Ukraine to the Middle East, amid tensions with Iran, that shift makes these potential

1:01drone swaps even more vital for Ukraine's defenses. As talks unfold in Riyadh, this outreach signals Ukraine's push to build new alliances while sharing battlefield lessons from mutual gain. World News, powered by AI, this is Global News Today.