Pentagon Eyes Ukrainian Interceptor Drones to Counter Iran

The Pentagon is considering purchasing Ukrainian-made anti-drone systems to counter attacks from Iranian unmanned aerial vehicles, according to industry representatives in Ukraine.

Gulf states have been using Patriot missiles for defense, but their stockpiles are dwindling. They are seeking cheaper solutions, such as Ukrainian interceptor drones, which cost a few thousand dollars.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he had discussions with the Emir of Qatar and the President of the UAE regarding Ukrainian anti-drone technology.

Experts say that Iran may have stockpiled tens of thousands of Shahed drones, which are difficult to detect and destroy before launch.

A video showed a Shahed destroying a satellite antenna at a US naval base in Bahrain.