Ukraine and Saudi Arabia announce defence cooperation in Kyiv’s first deal in the Gulf

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Ukraine and Saudi Arabia have signed a defense cooperation agreement amid the Iran war, marking Ukraine's first such deal in the Gulf. The agreement aims to enhance Saudi Arabia's capabilities against aerial threats and strengthen Ukraine's role as a security donor. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of air defense systems and the need for Europe to produce its own defense technologies. This cooperation comes as Ukraine's air defenses have shown high effectiveness against Russian attacks.