Zelensky Announces Signing of UAV Deal Contracts with Azerbaijan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced in Dublin that contracts for a UAV deal with Azerbaijan have been signed, amid ongoing bilateral defense and energy cooperation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Thursday that contracts for a major UAV deal between Ukraine and Azerbaijan have been officially signed.
Speaking in Dublin during the European Political Community summit, Zelensky met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to discuss bilateral relations and defense cooperation. According to Zelensky's social media statement, the drone agreement topped the agenda, with both nations now working to expand the volume of orders.
During the meeting, Zelensky briefed Aliyev on the situation in Ukraine, highlighting severe damage to energy and transportation systems caused by ongoing Russian strikes. He expressed gratitude for humanitarian aid provided by Baku, including critical electrical equipment, and requested further assistance for vital infrastructure and logistics ahead of winter.
The leaders also discussed expanding economic and commercial ties, alongside reconstruction efforts. Security cooperation between Kyiv and Baku has steadily deepened, underscored by Zelensky's visit to Azerbaijan in April, where six bilateral agreements were signed, focusing heavily on the defense industry and joint technological initiatives.
