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Russia and Iran's secret military pact reshapes Middle East tensions

A shadowy partnership emerges as Moscow arms Tehran with battlefield secrets. Could this alliance redefine global power struggles and US vulnerabilities?

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Russia and Iran's secret military pact reshapes Middle East tensions

Russia and Iran have deepened their military cooperation, sharing intelligence and advanced drone tactics. Reports suggest Moscow has provided Tehran with precise targeting data on US forces in the Middle East. The partnership, built over years, now includes drone technology exchanges and battlefield strategies refined during the Ukraine war.

Meanwhile, the US has faced criticism for easing sanctions on Russian oil, a move intended to stabilise energy prices but condemned by G7 leaders as a boost to Putin's war efforts.

The intelligence-sharing between Russia and Iran dates back to the start of the Ukraine conflict. Moscow has supplied Tehran with satellite imagery and real-time data on US military positions, including warships and aircraft in the region. This information has allowed Iran to carry out more accurate strikes against American forces.

Beyond intelligence, Russia has advised Iran on drone tactics developed during its invasion of Ukraine. Techniques such as swarm attacks with mid-flight course changes—used to evade air defences—have been shared. Britain's government suspects Putin is directly aiding Iranian drone strikes, while Iran has adopted Russian methods like flying drones at lower altitudes to avoid detection. The collaboration extends to industrial and military production. For at least four years, the two countries have worked together on drone and missile technology. Iran has provided Russia with Shahed drones and ballistic missiles for use in Ukraine, while Moscow has helped construct a large drone factory in Russia to mass-produce Iranian-designed unmanned systems. Politically, Putin has offered strong backing to Iran's leadership. After the death of Iran's former supreme leader, the Russian president pledged 'unwavering support' to his successor. Analysts describe the relationship as pragmatic rather than a formal alliance, with cooperation spanning military, energy, and industrial sectors. The US response to these developments has been muted. Senior officials have either ignored reports of Russian assistance to Iran or dismissed their significance. At the same time, Washington's decision to relax sanctions on Russian oil—aimed at curbing rising fuel costs—has drawn sharp criticism. G7 leaders argue the move only strengthens Putin's ability to prolong the war in Ukraine.

The exchange of intelligence and drone tactics between Russia and Iran has strengthened Tehran's ability to target US and Gulf forces. Moscow's support, both military and political, comes as the US faces pressure over its sanctions policy. With Russia and Iran expanding their cooperation, the impact on regional security and the Ukraine war remains a growing concern for Western allies.

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