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An interception drone, developed by the Ukrainian company Skyfall, has been operational for four months. According to Skyfall, it has been used to neutralize over 1,500 Shahed drones from Russia. These drones seek and collide with their targets.
Reporters from Reuters spoke with a representative from the company who wished to remain anonymous. Skyfall is ready to export drones abroad, with significant interest from Middle Eastern countries. The spokesperson couldn’t specify the countries or projects but confirmed the substantial interest.
Ukrainian Expert Teams Already on the Ground
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also reports high demand for Ukrainian drone defense know-how and technology. Eleven countries, including the USA, Iran’s neighbors, and European nations, have shown interest. Ukrainian expert teams have already been sent to Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
Meanwhile, President Zelensky expresses concern that the conflict in the Middle East might reduce the supply of American Patriot missiles to Ukraine. In the initial days, 800 such missiles were used in the Middle East against Iranian drones and missiles—more than Ukraine received in four years of Russia’s large-scale invasion.
“I am grateful to all the states that remember the aid program that allows us to purchase US missiles. We all understand the risks posed by Iranian attacks and that air defense is also necessary in the Middle East,” said Zelensky. However, he emphasized the importance of ensuring the protection of lives in Ukraine.
Trading Intercept Drones for Patriot Missiles?
Zelensky hopes for a weapons trade: Ukrainian intercept drones for Patriot missiles. Ukraine needs Patriots to defend against Russian missiles. However, for combating large drone swarms, Patriots are unsuitable, explained Mychajlo Lyuksikov from the think tank Militarnyj to the radio station New Voice. “A Patriot missile costs up to thirteen million dollars.” In contrast, an intercept drone costs less than ten thousand dollars. “For this price, one could deploy hundreds of intercept drones,” Lyuksikov noted.
Companies are confident in their production capabilities to supply both the domestic army and other countries with drones. Ihor Fedirko, CEO of a Ukrainian defense industry association, told New Voice: “Our industry is ready. We’ve always said this. We produce three times more than Ukraine can purchase.” This also applies to intercept drones.
However, it’s not just about the technology, added Fedirko. It’s crucial that the personnel operating the drones are properly trained first.
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Lowell Hagan closely follows international affairs. From geopolitical conflicts to economic cooperation, he provides context to help readers better understand global dynamics. His clear, structured style gives meaning to global news.
