Russia Ships Upgraded Drones to Iran

0:00On March 28, Russia is shipping upgraded drones to Iran, including versions of the technology that Iran first applied to Moscow for use in Ukraine. U.S. and European officials report active talks this month on the transfer, though details on the size remain unclear. Iran has launched drone attacks on Israel, Gulf neighbors, and U.S. bases in the Middle East for over a month now. Russia refined the original Shahid design during its Ukraine operations, adding better navigation, jet engines, cameras, and even anti-jamming tech. U.S. officials note Moscow's motives are puzzling, since every drone sent to Tehran means one less for Ukraine. A White House spokesperson says foreign aid to Iran hasn't slowed American operations, with over 10,000 targets struck, and Iranian attacks down 90%. Intelligence points to possible delivery via truck convoys labeled as humanitarian aid through Azerbaijan, including recent shivments of food and medicine. One European assessment calls it likely a small symbolic gesture to bolster ties.

1:04These advanced drones could complicate intercepts for U.S. forces as faster jet versions strain current defenses and munitions. The exchange underscores ongoing Russia, Iran military collaboration amid regional tensions. We've been listening to Global News today, AI-powered Global Coverage.