Russian Missile Specialists Visit Iran
Several senior Russian missile specialists have visited Iran over the past year as part of deepening defense cooperation between the two countries. The purpose of their visits remains unclear.
Key Points
- Seven Russian missile experts visited Iran on two separate flights
- Experts have senior military backgrounds and specialize in air-defense missile systems, artillery, and rocketry
- Cooperation influenced by a 20-year military pact signed between Russia and Iran
- Flight booking information was leaked by activist hackers opposed to the Iranian government
Pros
- Deepening defense cooperation between Russia and Iran
- Exchange of expertise in missile technology
Cons
- Lack of transparency regarding the purpose of the visits
- Potential implications for regional security