CIA Director William Burns said the United States is concerned about the growing cooperation between Russia and Iran. He announced this on the broadcast of the PBS television company, reports TASS.
“[Мы] relevant enough. Historically there has been a lot of mistrust between Russia and Iran, but right now they need each other. And what is starting to emerge now is at least the first phase of a full-scale defense partnership between Russia and Iran,” he said.
This relationship already “has had an impact on the battlefield in Ukraine,” Burns added. They could also create a “dangerous effect” in the Middle East if they continue.
December 14 White House Representative John Kirby declarationHe said Russia and Iran had made an agreement for the supply of ballistic missiles. According to him, the United States is concerned about the expansion of Russian-Iranian military cooperation.
Former UK authorities introduced New sanctions on Iranian businessmen and officials accused of meddling in the supply of drones to Russia.
Prior to that, British Foreign Secretary James Cleverley said that there is military cooperation between Russia and Iran. reasons Deep concern in the UK as this partnership poses a threat to global security.
Source: Gazeta
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