Zelenskyy: Awaiting U.S. "Green Light" for Major Drone Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a major proposal to produce drones with the United States is now awaiting final approval from the White House. The deal was first proposed by Kyiv last year. It aims to significantly boost Ukraine's domestic production of unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones. Drones have become a critical weapon for both sides in the war with Russia. Zelenskyy did not provide specific details about the agreement. However, he confirmed that the plan is now with U.S. President Joe Biden's administration for a final decision. This potential deal represents a shift from sending ready-made weapons to building long-term industrial capacity within Ukraine.