Iran has vehemently denied supplying Russia with ballistic missiles, asserting that allegations to the contrary are based on faulty intelligence. The denial came directly from Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who took to X (formerly Twitter) to address the recent sanctions imposed by the US and three European powers. He stated that these sanctions, rather than solving problems, are part of the problem itself.
The accusation of Iran supplying missiles to Russia was initially leveled by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who warned of their potential use in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine within weeks. He expressed deep concern over the burgeoning military cooperation between Moscow and Tehran, highlighting its threat to European security.
In response to these accusations and the perceived threat, the US, Germany, Britain, and France implemented new sanctions against Iran, targeting entities including Iran Air, the national airline. The Kremlin, however, has dismissed these reports as baseless, refuting any involvement in arms transfers.
The ongoing dispute underscores the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding the conflict in Ukraine. The potential for a Russia-Iran arms alliance raises serious concerns about the potential escalation of the conflict and the wider implications for global security.
