Zelenskiy is concerned that the Iran war will lead to a reduction in aid to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed concern that long-term military operations against Iran by the United States and Israel could lead to a reduction in international aid to Ukraine. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
He stated this in an interview with the Associated Press during his visit to Istanbul on April 5. According to Zelensky, Ukraine is currently not a priority for the US.
Therefore, the prolonged war in Iran could cause a decrease in the aid provided to Ukraine. He emphasized that Kyiv has not received the full reserve of Patriot air defense systems and the missiles needed for them.
If the war with Iran does not end soon, there is a possibility that aid to Ukraine will decrease day by day. Zelensky also noted that the temporary easing of US sanctions on Russian oil is economically beneficial for Moscow.
According to him, Russia is gaining additional income from this situation, which is advantageous for them. According to information, the US temporarily exempted the sale of Russian oil and petroleum products loaded onto ships until March 12 from sanctions until April 11.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said this decision was made by President Donald Trump to maintain stability in the global energy market and prevent price increases. However, on March 11, the G7 countries agreed not to lift sanctions on Russian oil amid the war with Iran.
Additionally, on April 1, the Financial Times reported that Donald Trump threatened to stop delivering weapons to Ukraine if European countries do not help open the Strait of Hormuz. According to the Washington Post, the Pentagon is also considering the possibility of redirecting important military equipment intended for Ukraine to the war with Iran.
Since February 28, the US and Israel have been conducting airstrikes against Iran. As a result, reports have emerged that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several high-ranking officials have been killed.
In response, Iran continues to strike neighboring countries in the Persian Gulf region with missiles and drones. Tehran emphasizes that these attacks are aimed at US military bases.
Moreover, Iranian attacks have also affected oil depots and tankers. It has been reported that Azerbaijan and Cyprus have also suffered damage from the strikes.
These events pose a serious threat to the effectiveness and stability of international aid to Ukraine. Furthermore, they contribute to the complication of regional security and the global energy market situation.
He stated this in an interview with the Associated Press during his visit to Istanbul on April 5. According to Zelensky, Ukraine is currently not a priority for the US.
Therefore, the prolonged war in Iran could cause a decrease in the aid provided to Ukraine. He emphasized that Kyiv has not received the full reserve of Patriot air defense systems and the missiles needed for them.
If the war with Iran does not end soon, there is a possibility that aid to Ukraine will decrease day by day. Zelensky also noted that the temporary easing of US sanctions on Russian oil is economically beneficial for Moscow.
According to him, Russia is gaining additional income from this situation, which is advantageous for them. According to information, the US temporarily exempted the sale of Russian oil and petroleum products loaded onto ships until March 12 from sanctions until April 11.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said this decision was made by President Donald Trump to maintain stability in the global energy market and prevent price increases. However, on March 11, the G7 countries agreed not to lift sanctions on Russian oil amid the war with Iran.
Additionally, on April 1, the Financial Times reported that Donald Trump threatened to stop delivering weapons to Ukraine if European countries do not help open the Strait of Hormuz. According to the Washington Post, the Pentagon is also considering the possibility of redirecting important military equipment intended for Ukraine to the war with Iran.
Since February 28, the US and Israel have been conducting airstrikes against Iran. As a result, reports have emerged that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several high-ranking officials have been killed.
In response, Iran continues to strike neighboring countries in the Persian Gulf region with missiles and drones. Tehran emphasizes that these attacks are aimed at US military bases.
Moreover, Iranian attacks have also affected oil depots and tankers. It has been reported that Azerbaijan and Cyprus have also suffered damage from the strikes.
These events pose a serious threat to the effectiveness and stability of international aid to Ukraine. Furthermore, they contribute to the complication of regional security and the global energy market situation.
