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strikeAug 26, 2026

Iran Says Russia, China Remain Strategic Partners for Military Cooperation

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Russia has previously cautioned the US against launching military action against Iran, while China has expressed political support for Tehran, saying it backs Iran in defending its sovereignty following US and Israeli strikes. Security cooperation between Tehran and Moscow has also intensified in recent years.

Source: thedefensepost.com — Read the full report

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