Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russian satellites are collecting imagery of U.S. military sites in the Middle East on behalf of Iran.

Axar.az informs, citing Ukrainian media, key locations reportedly photographed include the Diego Garcia U.S.-UK base in the Chagos Islands, Kuwait International Airport, the Greater Burgan oil field (March 24), Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia (March 25), and Shaybah oil field, Incirlik Air Base, and Al Udeid Air Base (March 26).

Zelensky noted, “such activity indicates preparation for potential strikes,” adding that in Ukraine, similar surveillance is typically followed by reinforced protection of critical sites.