Rocket launcher deal illustrates deepening Russia-Iran relations

Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera Staff · 2026-11-06 11:28 UTC

Report of deal comes as top Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei discusses developing cooperation treaty with Putin.

Report of deal comes as top Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei discusses developing strategic cooperation treaty with Putin.

Russia has supplied Iran with 90 advanced missile launchers, reports have said, as Moscow confirmed its close relations with Tehran.

Russia agreed a deal in 2024 to supply Iran with 90 advanced missile launchers, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing documents from a major Russian defence manufacturer.

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