The World Ukraine adjusts its strategy as Iran war drains global support
Mar 25, 2026
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Drones Now Dominate Ukraine's Battlefield
- Drones have become the decisive weapon on Ukraine's front lines, replacing artillery and causing most casualties.
- Trofimov explains short-range battlefield drones act like artillery while long-range drones target energy and infrastructure.
Share Expertise To Secure New Partners
- Ukraine is sharing drone-defense know-how with Gulf states to incentivize military cooperation and investment.
- Trofimov describes sending Ukrainian officers to advise on sensors, warning systems, and co-production with Gulf industries.
Ukraine Strikes To Cut Off Russia's Oil Exports
- Ukraine targeted Russia's main seaborne oil export terminals to deny Moscow the ability to monetise high oil prices.
- Trofimov says attacks on Primorsk and a second Baltic terminal significantly disrupted Russia's export capacity.