Academy SITREP – Iran Sends Ballistic Missiles to Russia
September 12, 2024
What has Happened: Iran recently sent short-range ballistic missiles to Russia for use in its war in Ukraine following a deal that was in the works for over a year. The Fath-360 is a satellite-guided ballistic missile with a range of 75 miles and is carried by a truck. Secretary Blinken said that this move represents a “dramatic escalation” and would allow Russia to use these missiles against closer-range targets, thereby freeing up other weapons systems for strikes farther away from the front lines in Ukraine. As a result, the U.S. and key EU allies (Britain, France, and Germany) have ... Academy SITREP – Iran Sends Ballistic Missiles to Russia