The United Kingdom will continue providing intelligence to Ukraine, helping to fill the gap left by the reduction of intelligence sharing from the United States. The Guardian reported this development, citing sources familiar with the situation. British intelligence will include data collected through satellites, surveillance aircraft, and ground-based systems. The UK will also analyse publicly available information to assist Ukraine in identifying threats and planning operations.
While British intelligence capabilities are not as extensive as those of the United States, they will allow Ukraine to maintain early warning capabilities and conduct deep strikes against Russian positions. A former Whitehall official noted that although the UK cannot fully replace US intelligence sharing, it remains a key ally in supporting Ukraine’s defence efforts.
| Country | Type of Intelligence Provided | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Satellite imagery, reconnaissance aircraft data, open-source intelligence | Early warning, deep strike planning |
| United States | Previously shared high-level intelligence but has reduced support | Pressuring Ukraine into negotiations |
| France | Announced willingness to step in and share intelligence | Supporting Ukraine after US reduction |
On March 5, reports emerged that the United States had scaled back its intelligence sharing with Ukraine. US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz later stated that Washington was pushing Ukraine to enter negotiations with Russia as a condition for resuming intelligence sharing and arms supplies.
Media reports also indicate that the US has prohibited the UK from sharing any intelligence derived from American sources. Ukraine had previously relied on US intelligence for targeting strategic sites in Russia and guiding high precision strikes near the front lines.
France has also stepped in, with French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu stating that Paris is ready to provide intelligence to Ukraine. Meanwhile, the American aerospace company Maxar Technologies has cut off Ukraine’s access to its satellite imagery, further limiting Ukraine’s ability to monitor Russian movements.
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