Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations has categorically rejected accusations that the Islamic Republic is preparing to supply launchers for short-range ballistic missiles to Russia.
Citing two supply launchers for short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, Reuters reported that Iran was preparing to deliver Fath-360 launchers to Russia, which would give Moscow additional firepower in the war with Ukraine.
The missiles have a range of 75 miles (120 km) and could be used to target Ukrainian frontline positions, nearby military facilities, and population centers close to Russia’s border, Reuters said.
Iran’s mission said the allegation was “utterly absurd.”
“We regret that Reuters persists in its habit of circulating baseless allegations against the Islamic Republic of Iran,” it said in a statement.
“So long as conflict persists between the parties, Iran will abstain from rendering any form of military assistance to either side,” it added.
