July 11th 2023.
NATO has issued a warning to Iran to stop its military support to Russia. This follows reports of the wreckage of an Iranian Shahed drone being downed near Kupiansk in Ukraine. The 31-member alliance expressed its serious concern over the 'malicious activities' within their own territory, and called on Tehran to cease its military support to Russia, particularly the transfer of uncrewed aerial vehicles.
NATO stated that these vehicles have been used to attack critical infrastructure in Ukraine, resulting in widespread civilian casualties. They also expressed their concern over Iran's 'malicious activities in allied territory'.
The relationship between Tehran and Moscow has been growing closer since the start of the invasion, with Russia wanting drones and ballistic missiles in exchange for Iran's investment and trade. The White House has warned that the two countries' military partnership appears to be deepening, with Russia receiving materials from Iran required to build a drone manufacturing plant that could open as early as next year.
In response, the US, UK and European Union have all issued rules designed to cut off the flow of drone components to Russia and Iran. NATO is now urging Iran to cease military support to Russia, in order to protect their own territories and prevent any further civilian casualties.
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