Staff Reports
Russia's reported involvement in transferring American-made weapons seized in Ukraine to Iran is a further indication of Russia's ongoing hostility towards the United States and its partners. This is a worrisome and risky development, which may have severe consequences for the safety of Middle Eastern residents and the stability of the area.
Iran transfers ballistic missiles to Russia, – White House representative Kirby. "I have testimony indicating that a deal was made on ballistic missiles from Iran to Russia."
Well, send ATACMS and everything that's necessary. They found an ally to step up. Now it's US' turn. pic.twitter.com/wZXecDzQFZ
— NOËL 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 (@NOELreports) December 14, 2022
It is reported that Russian forces have confiscated some of the shoulder-fired American weapons, such as Javelin anti-tank and Stinger anti-aircraft systems, that Ukrainian troops have had to abandon on the battlefield. These weapons are then being diverted to Iran, where the Iranian government is disassembling and studying them in an attempt to recreate them.
Russia has been sending some US-provided weapons captured in Ukraine to Iran, sources say https://t.co/mfyp2Bw2we
— CNN (@CNN) March 10, 2023
Due to the stringent sanctions imposed on Iran's defense industry, their weapons are typically less advanced and capable compared to Western-made weapons. However, if Iran can successfully reverse-engineer Western weapons, it could pose a significant danger to Israel's conventional military forces. Additionally, experts have found some technology parts in Iranian drones shot down over Ukraine that were produced in the United States, highlighting Iran's ability to replicate U.S. designs.
As the conflict in Ukraine escalated in the last year, the United States has raised concerns about Russia's increasing collaboration with Iran. Reports suggest that Russia has been trying to acquire ballistic missiles from Iran by offering other kinds of military assistance. Furthermore, Iran has allegedly smuggled numerous drones into Russia for use in the Ukrainian conflict.
This is a concerning development that should not be taken lightly by the United States or its allies. The Trump administration was right to take a hard stance against Russia and its allies, and it is essential that the Biden administration continues this policy in order to protect our interests and those of our allies in the region. It is also essential that we remain vigilant and take steps to prevent Iran from obtaining these weapons and using them against us or our allies.
