President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed sending the Hetman Ivan Mazepa corvette to Turkey and five Ukrainian Navy minesweepers to the United Kingdom as part of a bill to deploy Ukrainian naval units abroad. The move is intended to bolster Ukraine’s military capabilities and strengthen international alliances. Zelenskyy’s proposal has sparked discussions about the strategic implications of such a deployment.
Under the proposed bill, the deployment of these naval units would be managed through a formal process to ensure compliance with international law and cooperation agreements. Ukrainian officials have emphasized the importance of securing additional support from allies to counter Russian aggression. The plan is part of broader measures to address the ongoing conflict and protect national interests.