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world11 days ago•12 min saved

Russia Secretly Aids Iran in Covert Supersonic Missile Program

The Financial Times reports a years‑long covert program, code-named C430L, in which Russia is secretly helping Iran develop ramjet-powered supersonic cruise missiles—intended for anti-ship and land-attack use—marking a significant transfer of strategic military technology; the piece notes Russia’s involvement of top missile engineers and adds to prior claims of Moscow assisting Tehran with drones and satellite imagery, underscoring heightened regional security concerns.

via Mediaite|

#c430l #financial-times #iran

militaryinternational-relations3 years ago•2 min saved

Iran's Supersonic Missile Technology Amid US Tensions

Iran has announced that it has obtained supersonic cruise missile technology, which is currently undergoing tests. The new missiles are expected to significantly accelerate Iran's response time in combat and limit the opportunity for reaction from attacking forces. This announcement comes amidst rising tensions with the United States over military deployments in the region, particularly in regards to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. The US has recently sent thousands of troops to regional waters, prompting Iran to equip its navy with new drones and long-range missiles.

via Al Jazeera English|

#iran #maritime-security #militaryinternational-relations

military3 years ago•0 min saved

Russia Successfully Tests Supersonic Anti-Ship Missile in Sea of Japan

Russia's navy fired supersonic anti-ship missiles at a mock target in the Sea of Japan, hitting it successfully with two Moskit cruise missiles. The P-270 Moskit missile is capable of destroying a ship within a range of up to 120 km. This comes a week after two Russian strategic bomber planes flew over the Sea of Japan for more than seven hours in what Moscow said was a "planned flight".

via Reuters.com|

#military #mock-target #navy