The international arms exhibition in Abu Dhabi commenced today, featuring 1,800 experts and specialists in military industries.

Despite Western sanctions, Ukraine and Russia participated in the exhibition, with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha visiting his country’s pavilions and emphasizing Ukraine’s capability to produce 4 million drones annually.

Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are intensifying to hold peace talks to end the Russian war on Ukraine, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed, amid the UAE’s efforts to host peace negotiations.