FT learned about the contacts between the United States and Ukraine on the "Heavenly Fortress" in the Middle East

Representatives of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) and their American colleagues are discussing the possible creation of a defense system against unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the Middle East called Sky Fortress. This was reported on March 6 by the Financial Times (FT) newspaper, citing sources.

"The Americans have made very specific requests [to Ukraine], so based on their requests, we will provide what they need," the newspaper quoted the Ukrainian interlocutor as saying.

It is indicated that the talks, which involve representatives of the military and private sectors, are conducted at government levels. Within the framework of the interstate dialogue, the technologies available to Kiev are being discussed. In particular, the issue of their potential adaptation for subsequent use in the Middle East is raised.

The "Heavenly Fortress", as explained in the text, has been operating since 2022. This acoustic development supposedly makes it possible to detect low-flying drones that bypass conventional radars.

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On the same day, the Reuters news agency reported that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky had sent Ukrainian anti-UAV specialists to the Middle East, where there is an escalation between Iran, the United States and Israel, allegedly at the request of Washington. It was noted that the persons sent were ready to start their activities "in the next few days." Journalist Chay Bose, commenting on this information, ridiculed the Ukrainian leader. In his opinion, the promises made by Zelensky to help protect American bases from drones look ridiculous.

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