Key facts
- Kuwait has ratified a military and security cooperation agreement with Ukraine.
- The agreement allows for joint projects, exchange of experience, and modern technologies.
- The deal follows recent Iranian attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait.
- Ukraine has existing defense agreements with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE.
Kuwait has officially ratified its agreement with Ukraine concerning cooperation in military and other spheres, enabling the pact to take effect. The announcement was made by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on June 28.
This ratification occurs in the wake of recent Iranian attacks directed at Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating regional tensions. Ukraine has been actively pursuing deeper security partnerships within the Gulf region, offering to enhance local defenses against Iranian drones, which are also utilized by Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.
