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Iran Denies Allegations of Ballistic Missile Transfers to Russia Amid Growing Tensions in Ukraine

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Iran's Foreign Ministry denies sending ballistic missiles to Russia, asserting a commitment to a political resolution in the Ukraine conflict. Amid rising tensions, Ukraine warns of threats from military cooperation between Iran and Russia.


Iran's Foreign Ministry has firmly denied allegations of sending ballistic missiles to Russia, emphasizing a commitment to a political resolution in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This denial comes amid rising tensions as Ukraine expresses concerns over military cooperation between Iran and Russia, which could potentially escalate threats to regional stability.

The Iranian government categorically stated that it is not involved in the war, advocating instead for diplomatic discussions to resolve the crisis. This stance was reiterated by Tehran's mission to the United Nations, which condemned the provision of military support that exacerbates conflicts and increases civilian casualties.

Reports from American media, including CNN and the Wall Street Journal, have suggested that Iran has indeed supplied short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, raising alarms in Ukraine and among its allies. The Iranian Foreign Ministry dismissed these claims as politically motivated, highlighting the ongoing misinformation surrounding the situation.

  • The situation remains tense as Ukraine continues to call for increased international pressure on both Iran and Russia. The implications of military cooperation between these two nations could have far-reaching consequences for Europe and the Middle East, as highlighted by Ukrainian officials.
  • In August, reports indicated that Russia was anticipating a shipment of Fateh-360 short-range ballistic missiles from Iran, along with training for Russian soldiers in the use of these weapons. Such developments could shift the dynamics of the conflict significantly, depending on the extent of military collaboration between the two countries.
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