The US government’s plan to deliver four large drones to Ukraine is in doubt, according to insiders. Within the Pentagon, there are concerns that the advanced equipment could fall into Russian hands.
It concerns four MQ-1C Gray Eagle drones. The drones can be armed with missiles. The plan to sell it to Ukraine would have previously been approved by the White House, news agency reported Reuters.
However, a Pentagon subdivision responsible for securing high-tech technology now fears the drones could pose a security risk if Russian forces manage to get their hands on them. In particular, the radar and surveillance equipment on the drones should under no circumstances come into hostile possession.
At the moment, the top of the US Department of Defense is discussing whether the deal can still go through. One person concerned countered Reuters It is not yet clear when a decision will be made. The drones cost about ten million dollars (more than 9.5 million euros) each.
Ukraine recently appealed to its allies to provide more heavy military equipment for the war with Russia. Kyiv says it will need 1,000 howitzers, 300 missile launchers, 500 tanks, 2,000 armored vehicles and 1,000 drones to defeat the Russians.
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