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Russia-Iran supersonic missile technology cooperation

Overview

Investigations have revealed a secret, multi-year military cooperation program between Russia and Iran, codenamed C430L. Reportedly beginning in 2023, the program involves the transfer of sensitive strategic technology to assist Iran in developing advanced supersonic cruise missiles.

The collaboration focuses on ramjet propulsion technology, which would enable missiles to fly at several times the speed of sound at low altitudes. Such capabilities could make these weapons harder to detect and intercept, potentially threatening United States naval assets, including aircraft carriers, in the Middle East.

The program is reportedly coordinated by the Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport and NPO Mashinostroyenia. While Russian specialists have reportedly provided technical expertise and analyzed Iranian flight test data, there is currently no confirmed evidence that a fully integrated supersonic cruise missile resulting from this program has been deployed in combat.

Entities

U.S. Central Command · NPO Mashinostroyenia · Russia · United States · Financial Times

Timeline

5 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Russia and Iran collaborate on supersonic missile technology
Russia is reportedly providing Iran with technical expertise to develop supersonic cruise missiles using ramjet technology, potentially threatening U.S. naval presence in the Middle East.
10 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 51 sources
Russia secretly aids Iran in developing supersonic cruise missiles
A Financial Times investigation reveals a secret Russian-Iranian program, C430L, to develop supersonic cruise missiles using ramjet technology, potentially threatening US naval forces in the Middle East.

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