Russia's fighter jet deal with Iran is a sign of weakness - analysis
Iran’s acquisition of Russia’s flailing aircraft may be more a sign of weakness than a real game-changer.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Russia could supply fighter jets to Iran, significantly improving the Iranian air force and its aging stable of aircraft. The reports that Moscow could be considering this unprecedented move came last week as Iran tensions with the US, Israel and the region are peaking. In addition it came a year after Russia invaded Ukraine. Russia has received drones from Iran - might Russia be paying Iran “in kind” for the drones, by sending some old fighter jets?
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Iran’s acquisition of Russia’s flailing aircraft may be more a sign of weakness than a real game-changer.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Russia could supply fighter jets to Iran, significantly improving the Iranian air force and its aging stable of aircraft. The reports that Moscow could be considering this unprecedented move came last week as Iran tensions with the US, Israel and the region are peaking. In addition it came a year after Russia invaded Ukraine. Russia has received drones from Iran - might Russia be paying Iran “in kind” for the drones, by sending some old fighter jets?
more.............. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-732688