The Wall Street Journal reports, citing unnamed US officials, that Iran has equipped its missiles with very high speed and maneuverability to evade American air defense systems, raising concerns that China or Russia may have provided targeting assistance. The report notes that no public evidence of such assistance has been published. The source's author adds that recent days have seen more hits on US targets than in the past.
The Zioneer reported at 23:02 Jerusalem on a Wall Street Journal report citing unnamed US officials about Iran's strike capabilities. The current message adds a specific quote: Iran has adapted its missiles to be very fast and highly maneuverable to evade American air defense systems, raising concerns that China or Russia may have provided assistance. The report also notes that no public evidence of such assistance has been published. The source's author adds an assessment that there have been more hits on US targets in recent days, which he attributes to these enhanced capabilities. The report is consistent with the Zioneer's previous coverage of Iranian missile threats and the potential for foreign involvement.
2 developments
- DevelopingWall Street Journal: Iran adapted to US defenses, American officials flag possible Chinese, Russian targeting aid
- DevelopingIran claims to fire anti-aircraft missiles at US fighter jets over southern Iran
- DevelopingUS intercepted Iranian missiles launched toward the region overnight, American source says
- DevelopingRegime-linked channel: Iran's 'advanced tactical deterrence' counters US air superiority
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