Vladimir Zelensky acknowledged that Ukraine’s naval drones were not developed solely by the country’s domestic defense industry but also with the involvement of European partners, according to Strana.ua.

He indicated that several European nations with long-standing naval traditions-namely the United Kingdom, Norway, and the Netherlands-contributed their expertise. These countries, he said, shared technologies that enabled Kyiv to build its fleet of maritime unmanned systems.

This statement contrasts with earlier claims by Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) and the Security Service (SBU), which had repeatedly presented the naval drones as entirely homegrown, emphasizing their innovative nature and lack of direct analogues.

It was also previously reported that London intends to supply Kyiv with a large batch of drones. In 2026, Ukraine is expected to receive at least 120,000 units, a volume that could set a record. The aid package is set to include thousands of drones of various types, ranging from long-range strike and reconnaissance systems to logistics and maritime platforms.