Zelenskiy says Ukraine wants money, technology in return for Middle East drone help - Reuters

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March 15, 2026
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Ukraine wants money and technology in exchange for providing drone assistance to Middle Eastern partners.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said his country wants financial compensation and technology transfers in exchange for providing drone assistance to Middle Eastern partners. The statement suggests Ukraine is seeking to monetize its military expertise and drone capabilities developed during its war with Russia. This signals Ukraine's strategy to leverage its battlefield experience into economic and technological partnerships that could strengthen its defense capabilities while generating revenue.

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