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4 years of war in Ukraine, in photos

By The Associated Press

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, launched Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II. This photo gallery looks back at four years of war.

This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

Zelenskyy visits Saudi Arabia as Ukraine provides expertise against Iranian drones

By The Associated Press
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived Thursday in Saudi Arabia on an unannounced visit, days after revealing that Ukraine is helping five countries in the Middle East and Gulf region counter drone attacks on their territory during the Iran war. “Arrived in Saudi Arabia. Important meetings are scheduled,” the Ukrainian leader said on X along with a video of his arrival. “We appreciate the support and support those who are ready to work with us to ensure security.” Zelenskyy provided no more information about his visit but he said last week that Ukrainian officials are helping Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan with drone expertise and helping build a defense system. Ukraine is also looking into whether it can play a role in restoring security in the Strait of Hormuz, he said at the time. In return, Ukraine is seeking more of the high-end air-defense missiles that Gulf countries possess and which Kyiv needs to stop Russia’s missiles.
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