Ukraine's Prime Minister responds to alleged transfer of ballistic missiles from Iran to Russia
Photo: Denys Shmyhal, Prime Minister of Ukraine (Vitalii Nosach, RBC-Ukraine)
There is currently no confirmation that Iran has transferred ballistic missiles to Russia. Regardless, Ukraine must have the capability to destroy military targets on enemy territory to ensure the safety of its citizens, according to Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during a press conference.
According to the Prime Minister, he currently does not have concrete evidence that Russia has used or received Iranian ballistic missiles. However, the possibility that the enemy may have acquired them is cause for concern.
"This is yet another factor that underscores how Russia is using weapons from its terrorist allies to strike Ukraine and Ukrainians, continuing their genocidal war and terrorism on our territory. We must have the capability to respond to such terrorism in a mirror-like manner and destroy military targets on their territory to ensure greater safety for our citizens," added the Prime Minister.
Iranian ballistic missiles for Russia
In September, The Wall Street Journal reported that Iran had delivered a batch of ballistic missiles to Russia, likely with a short range.
Additionally, in July, it was revealed that Tehran had increased its production of missiles and drones after signing a cooperation agreement with Russia.
At the same time, White House officials described the transfer of missiles as a "significant escalation of the conflict."
Meanwhile, aviation market development expert Bohdan Dolintse explained what is known about the missiles and which regions are at risk.
