| | January 18, 2024 Iran and Russia concluded a 20-year mutual cooperation pact which provides for transfer of military technology and assistance. This comprehensive agreement encompasses crucial provisions facilitating the transfer of cutting-edge military technology from Russia to Iran. | | January 18, 2024 Iran and Russia concluded a 20-year mutual cooperation pact which provides for transfer of military technology and assistance. This comprehensive agreement encompasses crucial provisions facilitating the transfer of cutting-edge military technology from Russia to Iran. |
| − | Specifically, designated personnel from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will undergo advanced training on a range of sophisticated Russian missiles, including but not limited to the Kh-47M2 [[Kinzhal]], the [[Iskander]] M, the RS-26 Rubezh, the BrahMos3, and the [[Avangard]]. This transfer of knowledge and weaponry is poised to elevate Iran’s military capabilities significantly. A noteworthy aspect of the deal is Iran’s strategic objective to domestically manufacture 30 percent of these missiles, a move that not only bolsters its self-sufficiency in military production but also marks a substantial enhancement in its overall military prowess. | + | Specifically, designated personnel from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will undergo advanced training on a range of sophisticated Russian missiles, including but not limited to the Kh-47M2 [[Kinzhal]], the [[Iskander-M]], the RS-26 Rubezh, the BrahMos3, and the [[Avangard]]. This transfer of knowledge and weaponry is poised to elevate Iran’s military capabilities significantly. A noteworthy aspect of the deal is Iran’s strategic objective to domestically manufacture 30 percent of these missiles, a move that not only bolsters its self-sufficiency in military production but also marks a substantial enhancement in its overall military prowess. |