Modern world leaders must join efforts to build a real security system – one that can guarantee a reliable future for people and stay ahead of those forces that bring aggression and killing. This was stated by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during his address to the Parliament of the United Kingdom in London, where he demonstrated an iPad with software that enables real-time monitoring of the security situation.
The Head of State thanked the United Kingdom and the British people for their constant attention to Ukraine and their support since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
“When Ukrainians think of Britain, they know they can trust it. And I thank you for that. And I’m grateful that you truly care about what will happen – to security, to our cities and villages, to our countries, and to our Europe, and to our world. We are another generation that must think about what comes next for the world,” the President said.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stressed that the world has entered a completely new time, where drones and artificial intelligence determine outcomes on the battlefield. According to the President, this evolution of weapons is unpredictable and creates risks for global security. The Head of State noted that today’s generation of leaders must guarantee the security of tomorrow.
“We must deliver real security. Safety on the streets, safety at home, the protection of our culture, and real respect for the rights and security of our people, and national security – proven by war,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized.
The President noted that Ukraine has sent military experts to the Middle East and the Gulf region – experts who know how to defend against Iranian “shahed” drones.
According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, there are currently 201 Ukrainians in the Middle East and the Gulf region, with another 34 experts ready to be deployed.
“I sent these military experts at the request of our partners – including the United States. In fact, this is part of the Drone Deal we proposed to the United States, which we worked on together and which is still on the table. And we are ready to offer similar deals to all our reliable partners – from practical cooperation on drones to future defense alliances,” the Head of State said.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that today Ukraine and the United Kingdom signed an important declaration on deepening cooperation in security and the defense industry.
The Head of State emphasized that Ukraine has learned how to defend itself against Iranian “shahed” drones, which Russia has upgraded, making them even more dangerous than missiles. According to the President, Iranian drones shot down in the Gulf region contain Russian components.
“What is happening around Iran today is not a faraway war for us – because of the cooperation between Russia and Iran. And we do not believe we have the right to be indifferent,” he added.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy is convinced that the most effective way to counter “shaheds” is through interceptor drones, which are significantly cheaper than deploying combat aviation or missiles costing several million dollars each.
“In Ukraine, we stop one such drone with two or three interceptors, small interceptors costing less than 10,000 dollars in total. So our approach is far more cost-effective than anything our partners use today,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
The President also drew particular attention to the fact that Russia continues to receive funding for its war due to the easing of sanctions on its oil.
“Thank you that the UK is not doing this. Thank you so much. And we see this the same way: strong support for Ukraine, strong sanctions against Russia, and strong joint defense projects are the only basis for effective diplomacy to end this war,” the Head of State said.
During the address, Volodymyr Zelenskyy demonstrated an iPad with software that enables real-time monitoring of the security situation, including on the front line, where Russia’s losses this winter alone exceeded 92,000 killed and severely wounded, as confirmed by video.
“It lets us see the front line in Ukraine, and even every enemy killed – with video proof. Right now, 90% of Russian losses on the front are caused by our drones. That’s why it’s so important to know who has the advantage in drones – and to be fast and strong in defending against them,” he said.
According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, this software tracks every strike in Ukraine’s skies, at sea, and our long-range strikes against Russia.
“I believe the evolution of security will make it possible for every leader, every defense minister – and even ordinary people – to have tools like this, and with them, a high level of protection of life. Leaders and ministers work for people. And if the leaders have power, it is only because people trust them with their security,” he said.
The Head of State also demonstrated the Ukrainian interceptor drone P1-SUN. Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that the production of such drones is made possible through cooperation with partners.
“I am glad we have a joint project with the United Kingdom – the Octopus drones. This is a successful decision. Successful interceptions depend on well-placed positions of our soldiers, set up to cover as many drone routes as possible. And it is constant hunting – at night, and now even during the day,” the President said.
No less important, Volodymyr Zelenskyy stressed, is the development of maritime drones. Thanks to Ukrainian innovations, Russia has lost part of its Black Sea Fleet and its dominance in the region.
“Our naval drone systems keep evolving, and we focused on the speed of that evolution. And we won – won our sea,” the Head of State said.
According to the President, these solutions can be used in complex situations such as a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy is convinced that investment and protection against modern weapons will help prepare for tomorrow’s challenges.
“If, together with partners in the Middle East, we build a system like Ukraine’s, they will be able to track attacks from Iran or the Houthis in real time, analyze them, keep improving their defense – giving people, critical infrastructure, and trade routes real security,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy added.
The Head of State noted that Ukraine is offering its partners genuine defense cooperation and that relevant work is ongoing.
“Together, Europe is a global force – one the world cannot do without, and that no one can stand against. We must grow this strength – and we can do it. And we must direct it – and we can. We must act now so that future generations will say: these leaders acted when it mattered. And that people lived in safety. We are ready to do everything so that our defense stays ahead of those who want to kill,” the President emphasized.
