Ukraine Seeks Drone Deal, Russia Profits from Oil Sales


Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:33
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Ukraine Seeks Drone Deal, Russia Profits from Oil Sales

Ukraines President Zelenskyy is eagerly awaiting White House approval for a significant drone production deal with the US, which would bolster Ukraines defense against Iranian-style Shahed drones and missiles. Zelenskyys recent social media post highlights the urgent need for this agreement, as Russia has launched tens of thousands of Shahed drones at Ukraine over the past four years. Ukraine has developed cost-effective drone defense systems, transforming air protection strategies. Zelenskyy is currently on a diplomatic trip to Romania and France, aiming to secure the deal and discuss Russias shadow fleet of sanction-dodging tankers. Despite ongoing Middle East tensions and increased oil sales funding the war, peace negotiations remain paused.

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