Zelensky Details Plans for US Purchase of Ukrainian Drones

In a significant development for Ukraine’s defense industry, President Volodymyr Zelensky has detailed plans for the United States to begin the process of purchasing Ukrainian-made drones. He announced that technical teams from Kyiv and Washington will soon meet to start working on the specifics of this potential landmark deal.
This initiative, which was discussed with US President Donald Trump, marks a major step in the evolution of the US-Ukraine partnership. It positions Ukraine as a supplier of innovative and battle-proven military technology to the world’s most powerful armed forces. This is a powerful endorsement of the quality and effectiveness of Ukraine’s unmanned systems.
The drone sale discussions will take place as Ukraine simultaneously pursues its own high-priority military acquisitions. Zelensky confirmed that his country is seeking new deals for long-range weapons from the US to supplement an existing $90 billion aid agreement. A Ukrainian delegation is scheduled to travel to Washington to finalize these purchases.
In addition to selling its drone hardware, Ukraine is also looking to export its related expertise. Zelensky mentioned a plan to dispatch a consulting group to partner nations to teach them how to defend against drone swarms, further cementing Ukraine’s reputation as a leader in this field.
This multi-faceted approach to military technology—buying advanced missiles, selling effective drones, and sharing tactical knowledge—is a cornerstone of Ukraine’s national security strategy. It is all supported by immediate defensive upgrades, such as the recent receipt of a US-made Patriot air defense system from Israel.