Zelensky: A prolonged war in Iran will strengthen Russia, and Ukrainian weapons supplies will face challenges

Golden Ten Data reported on March 31 that, according to AXIOS, Ukrainian President Zelensky stated on Monday that a prolonged war with Iran is extremely favorable for Russia and very unfavorable for Ukraine. Zelensky said that Russia's oil-dependent economy is receiving a significant boost due to soaring oil prices and the easing of U.S. sanctions, while the conflict could lead to shortages of desperately needed air defense interceptor missiles and other weapons for Ukraine. Zelensky also noted that Ukraine has shared intelligence with Middle Eastern leaders regarding Russia's assistance to Iran, including the possibility of providing targeting support for attacks on U.S. and allied bases in the region. Zelensky further expressed concern over U.S. measures to ease sanctions on Russian oil sales in response to the energy crisis.