March 23 - Ukraine's military intelligence has amassed what the president described as "irrefutable" proof that Russia continues to supply intelligence to Iran, a development President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned on Monday could extend conflict in the Middle East.
After meeting the head of military intelligence, Zelenskiy posted on X that "Russia is using its own signals intelligence and electronic intelligence capabilities, as well as part of the data obtained through cooperation with partners in the Middle East."
In his nightly video address later the same day, the president said there was "growing evidence" of persistent Russian efforts to channel intelligence to Tehran. He framed the activity as harmful to regional stability, saying: "This is clearly destructive activity and must be stopped as it only leads to further destabilisation. All responsible states have an interest in ensuring security and preventing bigger problem."
Zelenskiy also highlighted economic and logistical consequences, noting that "Markets are already reacting negatively and this is significantly complicating the fuel situation in many countries. By helping the Iranian regime survive and strike more accurately, Russia is effectively prolonging the war."
The Kremlin last week rejected reporting that alleged Russia was sharing satellite imagery and improved drone technology with Iran, calling those claims "fake news."
The Ukrainian president's statements drew on the assessment of his military intelligence service and were presented publicly through social media and his evening address. The remarks connect a security concern - the transfer of signals and electronic intelligence - with potential downstream effects on regional conflict dynamics and on markets, in particular energy and fuel logistics.
Officials and observers will likely be watching for further public evidence from Ukraine's military intelligence and for any international reactions to the assertions. The Ukrainian government framed the situation as both a security threat and a contributor to wider economic strain, without providing additional operational details in the public statements cited.