Vedant Patel
Russian-Iran Partnership Poses Threat 'Not Just To Ukraine, But To Iran’s Neighbors In The Region" — State Department
"Iran is providing Russia with drones for use on the battlefield in Ukraine, and in exchange Russia is offering Iran an unprecedented level of military and technical support that is transforming their relationship into a full-fledged defense partnership" the State Department said on Wednesday..
"Let me be clear: This partnership poses a threat not just to Ukraine but to Iran’s neighbors in the region" Vedant Patel, department's principal deputy spokesperson told TURAN's Washington correspondent during a daily press briefing.
"... And we have shared our information with our partners in the Middle East and the Gulf but also our partners around the world as well," Patel added.
Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday that their air defense system prevented a potentially large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region, intercepting and destroying 13 drones equipped with explosives.
The failed offensive also highlights how critical air defense systems have been to Ukraine and its troops’ increased efficiency at intercepting drones.
Air defenses will be boosted further as the U.S. is likely to send a Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine in the coming days.
Alex Raufoglu
Washington D.C.
Politics
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