In a major development for the region, Iran is set to receive its first delivery of advanced Sukhoi 35 fighter jets from Russia next week. The state news agency SNN has reported that 24 aircraft, considered to be generation 4.5, will arrive in Iran, marking a significant upgrade from their current outdated air force.
The arrival of these jets will change the balance of air power in the region and significantly reduce the technological gap between Iran and Israel. While Israel remains more advanced than the Sukhoi 35s, this new supply will level the playing field. The recent attack attributed to Israel in the Isfahan area also targeted a Russian S-300 air defense battery, which is part of the defense system for the Natanz nuclear facility.
Russia’s decision to supply Iran with advanced S-400 air defense batteries in the near future raises concerns about growing military cooperation between Iran and Russia and its potential implications for Israel. Given that Iran has been a main supplier of UAVs for the war in Ukraine, these new developments are closely monitored by international observers and analysts.
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