Volodymyr Zelenskyy told NBC News it would be a "mistake" if American-made missile interceptors bound for Ukraine were diverted to Gulf countries being attacked by Iran.2 min readMar 29, 2026 07:22 AM IST First published on: Mar 29, 2026 at 07:22 AM IST ShareWhatsapptwitterFacebookUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (AP Photo)Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Russia shared satellite intelligence with Iran ahead of a strike on a US air base in Saudi Arabia, according to an interview with NBC News.Speaking in Qatar, Zelenskyy said he was “100%” certain that Moscow was helping Tehran identify targets in the Middle East. NBC News said it could not independently verify the Ukrainian intelligence.Satellite images and strike timelineZelenskyy said Russian satellites took images of the Prince Sultan Air Base on three occasions — March 20, 23 and 25 — days before Iran carried out a strike on March 26.The attack wounded several US service members, though officials said the injuries were not life-threatening.Zelenskyy described the pattern as part of attack preparation. “I don’t believe — I know — that they share information,” he said. “Do they help Iranians? Of course. One-hundred per cent.”Story continues below this adHe added: “If they make images once, they are preparing. The third time it means that in one or two days, they will attack.”Russia has denied sharing intelligence with Iran, though it has acknowledged military cooperation.Concerns over wider conflict and weapons supplyZelenskyy also warned that the conflict in the Middle East could affect military support for Ukraine. He said it would be a “mistake” if US-made missile systems meant for Kyiv were redirected to Gulf countries facing Iranian attacks.“I’m very worried. I hope that the United States will not make such mistakes,” he said.Story continues below this adHe added that continued Western support was important for Ukraine’s defence against Russia.Most Read1FBI director Kash Patel’s personal email breached: Iran-linked hackers leak private photos, resume2Iran vs US-Israel War News Live Updates: Yemen’s Houthis launch ‘second military operation’ against Israel and vow to continue in coming days3Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Kuwaiti Army intercepted 15 drones today; no casualties reported4Iran vs US-Israel War News Highlights: Iranian strike reportedly injures 12 American soldiers at US base in Saudi; Rubio expects war to end in weeks5Elon Musk joined Trump-Modi call to discuss Iran war: report6Dubai, UAE News Highlights: At least 1,116 killed, 3,229 injured in Israeli strikes on Lebanon since March 2Zelenskyy said Russian President Vladimir Putin could benefit from a prolonged conflict in the region.“[Putin] has benefits… If sanctions are lifted, he will get more money… and he will put this money to weapons,” he said.He also said efforts to hold peace talks had slowed, adding Ukraine was ready to meet for negotiations “everywhere except Russia and Belarus”.AdvertisementLoading Recommendations...Live BlogIran vs US-Israel War News Live Updates: Pentagon preparing for ground operations; Iran threaten to hit US universities in Middle East3 minutes agoDhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 10 LIVE Updates: Ranveer Singh film earns over Rs 1,226.44 crore worldwide6 minutes agoDubai, UAE News Live Updates: Kuwaiti Army intercepted 15 drones today; no casualties reported7 minutes agoNoida International Airport Inauguration Live Updates: PM Modi slams SP over ‘loot’ in Noida, says BJP now powering UP’s development10 hours agoDhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 9 LIVE Updates: Ranveer Singh’s franchise crosses Rs 2,436 crore worldwide, Owaisi calls it ‘bakwaas’, Vetrimaaran takes swipe11 hours ago