Iran Awaits Russian Fighter Jets After War, Military Confirms
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Iran's military confirmed a deal for Sukhoi-35 fighter jets from Russia, with delivery delayed until after the war. Preparations and pilot training are complete, and the jets are expected to significantly enhance Iran's air power. The military also aims to acquire advanced early warning and fifth-generation fighter aircraft. Russia has not officially commented on the deal, and details on delivery or quantity remain undisclosed.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Iran's military confirmed a deal for Sukhoi-35 fighter jets from Russia.
- Delivery of the Sukhoi-35 jets is postponed until after the current war.
- Preparations, including pilot training, for the Sukhoi-35s are already complete.
- Iran's military seeks to upgrade its air force with advanced aircraft and technology.
- Previous reports suggested a deal for 48 jets worth approximately 6 billion euros.
Iran's military has confirmed for the first time that a deal for Sukhoi-35 fighter jets with Russia has been finalized, but delivery is postponed until after the ongoing conflict. Tehran anticipates a significant upgrade to its air force, especially with the possibility of renewed American strikes.
According to a military spokesperson, preliminary work, including the purchase and contract signing, was handled by non-military entities. Pilot training and other preparations have also been completed. The jets were originally expected to arrive before the war began. Upon delivery, the spokesperson stated, the air force will operate with "much greater power" and more advanced aircraft.
The military also expressed aspirations to acquire early warning aircraft, satellites, and fifth-generation fighter jets. This marks the first direct acknowledgment by the Iranian military of the deal, which has been the subject of rumors in Iranian media for years.
Russia has not commented on the matter, and neither country has disclosed details regarding the delivery timeline or the number of aircraft involved. Leaked documents from the Russian industry last year indicated a deal for 48 aircraft valued at approximately 6 billion euros, with estimates suggesting around 20 had already been produced and remained in Russia. However, other reports suggested Moscow delayed delivery due to unwritten understandings with Israel.
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