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The BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale, is in Ukraine to see the latest anti-drone technology the country has to offer.
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The BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale, is in Ukraine to see the latest anti-drone technology the country has to offer.
Ukraine's interceptor drones, developed to counter Russian Shahed drones, have attracted interest from the US and Gulf nations. However, a wartime export ban complicates potential sales.
Despite interest from the U.S. and Gulf allies in Ukraine's anti-Shahed drone technology, a wartime export ban hinders potential sales.
The U.S. and Gulf states have made repeated requests for Ukraine’s interceptor drones, but Kyiv banned weapons exports after Russia’s invasion.
The U.S. and Gulf allies are seeking Ukraine's expertise to counter Iranian Shahed drones, but implementing solutions may take time.
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