Zelensky says Foreign-made parts in Russian strike show West still feeding Putin

Published on Feb 18, 2026 10:10 am IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sharply warned that Russia’s latest massive missile and drone strike relied on “thousands” of foreign-made components, including parts originating from companies in the United States, Europe, Japan and other countries, and urged partners to finally block all such supply chains to Moscow’s arms industry. He argues this indirect flow of critical electronics and components through third countries means that not only Iran and other obvious suppliers, but also Western economies, are—often unknowingly—helping Vladimir Putin sustain and build his war machine, and calls for tougher sanctions, export controls and corporate due‑diligence to stop it. Watch for more ​

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