In response to reports confirming the arrival of advanced military equipment from Russia to Iran, the United States described this cooperation as harmful and destabilizing for Iran's neighbors. A spokesperson for the National Security Council at the White House, in response to a question from Farhad Poladi, a journalist for the Persian section of Voice of America, stated: "The United States has repeatedly warned about the increasing military cooperation between Russia and Iran. Today's news shows how ready Russia is to directly assist and strengthen Iran's armed forces. This full-scale military partnership is harmful to Iran's neighbors and enables Iran's destabilizing activities throughout the region." Seyyed Mahdi Farahi, Deputy Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Support of the Islamic Republic, confirmed in an interview with the Tasnim news agency that the arrival of Yak-130 training aircraft, Su-35 fighter jets, and Mi-28 helicopters in Iran is certain. This American official also responded to another question regarding the impact of this military cooperation on the likelihood of escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, saying: "We will continue to send a clear message to any hostile actor that seeks to destabilize the region or exploit the conflict between Israel and Hamas for their own purposes: Do not do this." John Kirby, the coordinator for strategic communications at the National Security Council, stated last week that Tehran is receiving various missiles, electronic warfare technology, and air defense systems from Russia in exchange for selling drones to Russia. According to Kirby, U.S. intelligence indicates that the Russian Wagner military group, at the direction of the Russian government, is considering sending air defense systems to Iran or Hezbollah in Lebanon. The military cooperation between Iran and Russia occurs amid rising tensions in the Middle East following increased attacks by Iranian proxy groups on American and Israeli targets.
USA: Military Cooperation Between the Islamic Republic and Russia is Destabilizing and Harmful to Neighbors
The U.S. has expressed concerns over the confirmed military cooperation between Iran and Russia, particularly the arrival of advanced military equipment in Iran. This partnership is viewed as destabilizing for the region, especially for neighboring countries. The situation is critical as it could exacerbate conflicts involving Israel and Hamas.
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US warns Iran-Russia military cooperation destabilizes the region and harms neighbors.
- United States announce Iran, Iran's neighbors
- Seyyed Mahdi Farahi confirm Iran
- United States send hostile actors
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The U.S. views Iran-Russia military ties as a significant threat to regional stability.
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