Russia-Iran Alliance: A New Global Threat?

0:00On March 17, Russia has stepped up as a key ally to Iran since the Middle East War broke out last month. Moscow is sharing satellite images, battlefield intelligence, and tips on drone attacks pulled from its own fight in Ukraine. Western officials say this help has been steady from the conflict start, boosting Iran's ability to hit targets precisely without direct Russian troops on the ground. Meanwhile, the United States has relaxed sanctions on Russian oil sales to keep global energy prices in check amid the chaos. Critics argue this move hands Moscow extra cash to drag out its invasion of Ukraine, now in its fifth year. Experts note Iran's strikes show new sophistication, like overwhelming air defenses with drone waves, tactics Russia honed against Ukraine. Leaders, like Ukraine's president, have called out Russia for backing Iran with drones and possibly more. Russia and Iran have a history of military swaps. Iran sent drones for Russia's Ukraine campaign, while Moscow supplied planes and helicopters.

1:02Putin has voiced strong political backing for Iran's new leadership too. This deepening tie raises worries about a wider global clash, as Russia faces little pushback for aiding attacks on Western interests.