A prolonged war between the United States and Israel against Iran could affect support for Ukraine, and Kyiv is already preparing for a reduction in supplies of Patriot air defense system systems, said Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

A prolonged war involving the United States and Israel against Iran could weaken Washington’s support for Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an interview with Associated Press.

“We have to recognize that we are not the priority for today,” Zelenskyy said. “That’s why I am afraid a long (Iran) war will give us less support.”

His most immediate concern, Zelenskyy said, are the Patriots - essential for intercepting Russian ballistic missiles - as Ukraine still lacks an effective alternative.

These U.S. systems were never delivered in sufficient quantities to begin with, Zelenskyy said, and if the Iran war doesn’t end soon, “the package - which is not very big for us - I think will be smaller and smaller day by day.”

The President of Ukraine also pointed out that the conflict around Iran is affecting the economic situation, as rising oil prices following restrictions on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz are increasing Russia’s revenues.

“Russia gets additional money because of this, so yes, they have benefits,” he said.

He emphasized that Ukraine is ready to share its experience in countering Iranian drones with countries of the Persian Gulf, including interception technologies. In return, Kyiv expects assistance with supplies of missile defense systems.

Additionally, Zelenskyy suggested that Ukraine could participate in ensuring maritime security, including in the Strait of Hormuz, using its experience in protecting sea corridors in the Black Sea.

In the same interview with AP, the President of Ukraine once again stressed that Kyiv does not consider territorial concessions as part of any possible agreements.