Only times of trouble reveal real relationships, those who hold hands even in times of crisis are called real friends. This picture is clearly visible in global politics. When Iran is under the pressure of war, when it is surrounded by attacks from America and Israel, then its two old allies Russia and China have openly come into the field. This is not just diplomacy. This is the definition of friendship which is taught in books. A friend in need is a friend indeed. That means, a scene of friendship is being seen amidst the fierce war.
The phase Iran is going through today is like a fight for survival for it. At such a time, Russia should come forward and provide military help, drones, technology and necessary resources. This shows that this relationship is strong not only on paper but also in ground reality, while China, which often avoids direct confrontation, is also not far behind.
Providing economic support, keeping trade routes open, secretly supplying weapons and creating balance for Iran on global forums… all this is like a silent friendship. The revelations made in Western intelligence reports have shocked the entire world. It is claimed that a secret agreement has been made between Russia and Iran. An agreement that can change the course of the ongoing fierce conflict in West Asia.
The Financial Times has made a big claim in its report, according to which, Russia supplied advanced drones to Iran during the war. Iran also got intelligence help from Russia. Russia is continuously giving satellite images to Iran. Iran is getting data of ships, planes and soldiers from Russia. Russia handed over improvements in the design, engine and navigation of the 'Shahed' drone.
The drones given to Iran also have anti-jamming capabilities. Russia also handed over models like 'Geran-2' to Iran. Last year, a deal for 500 Verba launch units, 2500 missiles was signed between the two countries. Iran is getting accurate information about American and Israeli targets from Russia. A large consignment of food items and medicines from Russia also reached Iran. According to reports, the drones handed over to Iran by Russia can not only cover long distances, but are also capable of dodging the enemy's defense system.
That means, it is clear that Russia is not just supporting, but is also upgrading Iran's military capability. Now the question arises, where is China in this war? China is not openly involved in the war but its role is considered very important. According to experts, China is engaged in providing economic relief to Iran. Despite the sanctions, it is supporting Iran's economy by buying oil.
Along with this, Atlantic Council has made a big claim in its report. According to this, even during the war, Iran was getting supply of rocket fuel from China. China has been accused of supplying dual use material to Iran. Chemicals are being purchased from Iranian shadow networks and intermediaries. Chemicals are used in rocket fuel and missile systems.
Tracking is difficult as supplies from China go through many countries. Despite sanctions, Iran is taking advantage of the gap in the supply chain. Iran is dependent on chemical supplies for missile production. That is, we can say that Russia's military power, rocket fuel and economic support from China and Iran's stubbornness... these three together are creating an alliance which is outweighing the nuclear intentions of Trump and Netanyahu.
