Ukraine-US Bilateral Meeting in Miami; Ukraine Proposes Drone Technology Cooperation

Ukrainian and US officials held bilateral meetings in Miami, Florida on March 21-22, with both sides describing discussions as constructive. Ukraine presented the Trump administration with a proposal for expanded drone cooperation, centered on sharing Ukraine's battle-tested counter-drone technology — specifically systems designed to intercept Iranian-made Shahed drones. The proposal reflects Ukraine's interest in monetizing its drone warfare experience and deepening US-Ukraine technological cooperation as an alternative to direct weapons transfers. Separately, ISW assessed that February 2026 was the first month since 2024 in which Ukraine regained more territory than it lost — representing a significant turning point amid the intensifying spring offensive.