Breaking news… White House National Security Council Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby said that Russia provides military and technical support to Iran like never before, and that the relations between the two countries have turned into a “full-fledged defense partnership”.
Kirby evaluated the latest developments in the US foreign policy to the White House reporters via Zoom and answered the questions of the journalists.
Stating that Iran provides UAV support to Russia for use in Ukraine, Kirby said, “In return, Russia provides military and technical support to Iran at an unprecedented level. The relations between the two countries are turning into a full-fledged defense partnership. This is only in Ukraine. It poses a threat not only to Iran but also to Iran’s neighbors in the region. We have shared this information with our partners in the Middle East and around the world.” said.
Noting that Iran is Russia’s “number one supporter” in military terms, Kirby emphasized that Iran has supplied hundreds of UAVs to Ukraine since August.
“People are dying in Ukraine because of Iran’s actions.” Kirby said that Iran will increase its support in the coming months and is considering selling hundreds of ballistic missiles to Russia.
“MOSCOW MAY GIVE TEHRAN EQUIPMENT SUPPORT SUCH AS HELICOPTER AND AIR DEFENSE SYSTEM”
Kirby said, “We have also seen the news that Moscow and Tehran are considering establishing a joint production line to produce armed UAVs in Russia. We invite Iran to go back on track and not take these steps.” said.
Expressing that Russia is also seeking cooperation with Iran in areas such as weapons development, Kirby said, “We are concerned that Russia intends to provide advanced military materials to Iran. Moscow may be providing equipment support to Tehran such as helicopters and air defense systems.” used the phrase.
Kirby added that they will do their best to ensure security in the region and ensure that the two countries abandon these actions. (AA)