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Russia's Missile Experts Visit Iran Amid Tensions

3/4/2025

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Story summary

In a bold move amid escalating tensions with Israel, seven senior Russian missile experts made two significant visits to Iran in 2024, on April 24 and September 17. Six of them carried official passports, as they inspected crucial missile production sites, including secret underground facilities. This collaboration is further solidified by a 20-year military agreement inked in January.

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Historical Context

In 2024, Russian missile experts visited Iran, inspecting missile production sites amid rising tensions with Israel. This collaboration echoes past alliances, such as the Soviet Union's support for Iran during the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988). The 20-year military agreement signals a shift in regional power dynamics, reminiscent of Cold War-era arms deals that bolstered adversarial states against Western influence.

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Story summary

In a bold move amid escalating tensions with Israel, seven senior Russian missile experts made two significant visits to Iran in 2024, on April 24 and September 17. Six of them carried official passports, as they inspected crucial missile production sites, including secret underground facilities. This collaboration is further solidified by a 20-year military agreement inked in January.

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