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Zelenskyy, UAE Leader Discuss Iran Strikes and Security Cooperation

Kyiv signals a deeper Gulf partnership focused on security expertise.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrives to attend an informal European leaders' summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus April 23, 2026. REUTERS/Yiannis Kourtoglou/File Photo

Overview

  • The UAE's state news agency Wam said the two presidents discussed Iran's attacks on the Emirates in a phone call.
  • Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the drone and missile strikes as a breach of sovereignty and international law.
  • He urged continued joint security work with the UAE using Ukrainian air-defense know-how.
  • He thanked Sheikh Mohamed for the UAE's mediation that helped return Ukrainians from Russian captivity.
  • The leaders also explored deeper economic and development ties to support long-term prosperity.