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European intelligence says Russia is preparing to send drones to Iran
A senior European official and western reports say Russia is close to delivering explosive drones to Iran and has provided targeting intelligence to Tehran, a move European ministers warn could widen the conflict with the US and Israel.
Mar 27th 2026 · Russian Federation
Insights
- European agencies say Russia is finalising shipments of explosive-laden drones to Iran for use in its war with the US and Israel.
- Intelligence reports also indicate Russia has shared targeting information with Tehran against US forces in the region.
- Officials declined to give delivery scale but cited phased shipments that include drones, medicine and food.
- Kremlin spokespeople denied the claim and said only that Russia continues dialogue with Iranian leaders.
- European ministers warn the alleged transfers could widen and escalate the conflict and distract attention from Russia’s actions in Ukraine.
Sources
- Where Might the Iran War Hit Your Wallet? Start With Raspberries. www.nytimes.com
- Iran war drives urgent need to counter underwater attack drones go.theregister.com
- European intelligence agencies believe Russia is supplying drones to Iran, says official www.theguardian.com
- Russia is sending upgraded drones used in the Ukraine war to Iran, officials say www.thestar.com