European Leaders Promise More Ukraine Aid as Iran Conflict Draws Attention

European leaders promised to keep sending military aid to Ukraine on Wednesday, warning that the recent conflict with Iran should not divert attention from the country's desperate fight against Russia.

"We have to ensure that we are capable of delivering uninterrupted support for Ukraine," said NATO chief Mark Rutte. "We cannot lose sight of Ukraine."

The comments came as world attention has focused on the US-Israeli war against Iran in recent weeks. European officials worry this shift in focus could reduce the flow of weapons and money to Ukraine.

Ukraine especially needs air defense systems to protect against Russian missile attacks. The country has been fighting Russia's invasion for over two years and relies heavily on weapons from European allies.

Experts say European countries alone may struggle to meet Ukraine's military needs if other nations reduce their support. The EU has had difficulty coordinating military aid efforts among member countries in the past.