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Russia is reportedly sharing targeting data with Iran that includes the locations of U.S. warships and aircraft in the Middle East, according to The Washington Post, citing three intelligence officials. The scope of Russia’s assistance remains unclear, but since the recent strikes launched by the U.S. and Israel against Tehran, Iran’s ability to identify U.S. forces appears to have diminished, the report added.
The conflict has escalated, prompting Iran to carry out retaliatory strikes and drawing in neighboring countries as Iran tries to increase the costs for the U.S., Israel, and their allies. In Kuwait, six reserve soldiers were killed when a drone crashed into a U.S. military facility in Port Shuaiba. U.S. officials, including President Trump, have warned that the ongoing hostilities could lead to more American casualties.
The White House has not directly addressed the allegations of Russian support to Iran. White House spokesperson Anna Kelly stated, “The Iranian regime is under severe pressure. Their missile retaliations are decreasing daily, their naval capabilities are being dismantled, and their production capacity is being undermined. Proxy forces are also struggling to stay afloat.”
The Kremlin confirmed that Russia has engaged in conversations with Iranian leaders but declined to comment further when asked if Moscow is assisting Tehran. This ongoing conflict has unexpectedly benefited Russia economically, with a surge in demand for its oil and gas exports, which had been suffering due to sanctions related to its war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the U.S. has provided Ukraine with intelligence assistance in its fight against Russia.
The Russian Embassy in Washington and Russia’s UN mission in New York did not respond immediately to requests for comment.
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