Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has alleged that Russia has provided Iran with satellite intelligence regarding Israel’s energy infrastructure, specifically identifying around 50 to 53 civilian sites.
Zelensky stated that this information aids Iran in targeting Israel’s civilian infrastructure. He drew parallels to the experiences of Ukrainians facing similar assaults from Russia.
“This reminds us of the life of Ukrainians during bombardments from Russia, when they strike our electricity networks or water supply systems,” he remarked.
The president further emphasized that Russia is imparting its wartime experience to Iran, citing the Shahed drones as an example. He noted that these drones have become a common tool for Russian strikes, albeit in modified forms.
Concerns regarding Russia’s assistance to Iran are not new. In early March, The Washington Post reported that Moscow was sharing information about the locations of American military installations in the Middle East with Tehran.
Initially, U.S. officials downplayed the significance of these claims, asserting that they did not alter the situation. However, U.S. Special Representative Steve Witkoff mentioned that during a conversation between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, the Russian leader denied such allegations, although Trump later suggested that Russia might be providing some support to Iran.
Subsequently, Zelensky reiterated that Moscow has not only supplied drones to Tehran but has also shared intelligence on American military bases. He indicated that Russia has attempted to leverage this situation by offering to halt intelligence exchanges with Iran in return for a cessation of U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of sharing intelligence with Iran, specifically regarding Israeli civilian infrastructure. This development raises concerns about the implications for regional security and the ongoing conflict dynamics involving Ukraine and Iran.