Ukraine asks Israel for Iron Dome defense system to stop Russian attacks

An Iron Dome system being used on the Gaza Strip this past August.

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published 19 October 2022

The Ukrainian government sent a letter to Israeli officials asking them to provide their Iron Dome air defense system for use against Russian drone attacks, Axios reported Tuesday.

"In order to ensure the protection of peaceful population, Ukraine makes an official offer to Israel to initiate the practical mutual cooperation in the field of air/missile defense," the Ukrainian Embassy in Israel wrote in the letter, a copy of which was obtained by Axios.

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Ukraine's request comes as Iran has reportedly reached a deal to send additional weaponry to Russia, including "kamikaze" style drones that can nosedive directly into targets, causing massive damage. Ukraine reiterated this deal in its letter, writing, "According to available information ... there is a high probability of prompt deliveries to Russia of Fateh-110 and Zolfaghar ballistic missiles from Iran."

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Justin Klawans has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022. He began his career covering local news before joining Newsweek as a breaking news reporter, where he wrote about politics, national and global affairs, business, crime, sports, film, television and other news. Justin has also freelanced for outlets including Collider and United Press International.

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