- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that the ongoing conflict in Iran could lead to a shortage of missiles for Ukraine to fight Russia.
- Zelensky stated that a prolonged war in Iran would benefit Russian President Vladimir Putin by depleting US reserves and air defence manufacturing capabilities, thereby diminishing Ukraine's resources.
- During his visit to London, Zelensky addressed MPs, characterising Russia and Iran as 'brothers in hatred and weapons' and expressing concern over peace negotiations being postponed due to the Middle East conflict.
- The UK Prime Minister told Zelensky that Vladimir Putin must not be allowed to profit from the Middle East conflict, a sentiment echoed by Sir Keir Starmer, who stressed the importance of maintaining focus on Ukraine.
- The UK announced a £500,000 contribution to a new 'AI centre of excellence' in Kyiv, while Zelensky revealed he had sent experts in countering Iranian-made drones to the Middle East.
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