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'Just A Joke': Iran Envoy On Ukraine's Support To US Against Shahed Drones

TT Editor·Updated: 14 Mar 2026 10:55 pm IST
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'Just A Joke': Iran Envoy On Ukraine's Support To US Against Shahed Drones

Iran's ambassador to Ukraine, Shahriar Amouzegar, has downplayed Ukraine's collaboration with the United States and Gulf nations in countering Iranian-designed Shahed drones. This statement comes in light of Ukraine's recent claims of successfully intercepting these drones, which have been used by Russia in its military operations. Amouzegar characterized Ukraine's support as insignificant, calling it 'just a joke.' The Iranian envoy's remarks reflect ongoing tensions amid the geopolitical landscape shaped by the Ukraine conflict and Iran's involvement in providing military technology to Russia. As Ukraine continues to bolster its air defense capabilities, the implications of these developments are significant, not only for Iranian military exports but also for the broader dynamics of international alliances in the region.

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