They purchased these missiles to be able to strike Turkish drones.

Iran has captured a convoy carrying Fath-360 ballistic missiles and Arman air defense systems at the Bandar-e-Anzali port on the Caspian Sea coast. The shipment was delivered to Russia by sea. Analysts indicate that these systems will significantly support Russia's military efforts in the war in Ukraine.

INCREASING MILITARY COOPERATION BETWEEN RUSSIA AND IRAN

Experts emphasize that this transfer highlights the growing military cooperation between Russia and Iran. The military support provided by Iran to Russia is seen as a sign of the strengthening defense relations between the two countries.

FEATURES OF THE FATH-360 MISSILE

The Fath-360 is an Iranian-made short-range ballistic missile system that was first introduced on April 18, 2022, during Iran's Army Day. The key features of the missile are:

Range: Maximum 120 kilometers.

Warhead Capacity: Can carry a warhead weighing up to 150 kilograms.

Speed: Reaches Mach 3 during launch and Mach 4 as it approaches its target.

Navigation System: Guided by Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and Inertial Navigation System (INS).

Platform: Can launch six missiles simultaneously from a mobile system, providing a rapid response capability.

TRAINING OF RUSSIAN PERSONNEL IN IRAN

In August 2024, it was reported that Russian military personnel were being trained in Iran to use the Fath-360 system. This indicates that Iran's technical support is not limited to weapon transfers but also includes operational knowledge.

NEW BALANCE IN THE UKRAINE WAR

There is curiosity about how these systems from Iran will affect Russia's military efforts in Ukraine. Analysts express that such developments could be decisive in the course of the war.