Summary
A video emerged showing a Russian-supplied MiG-29 fighter jet flying over Tehran shortly after Iran received new aircraft from Russia. This flight follows a recent conflict between Iran and Israel, suggesting Iran is rebuilding its military strength with Russian help.
Key Facts
- A MiG-29 fighter jet was seen flying over Tehran, Iran.
- Iran recently acquired new fighter jets from Russia.
- Reports mentioned a Russian cargo plane traveling from Siberia to Iran, possibly carrying aircraft parts.
- Russia's Irkutsk Aviation Plant manufactures advanced fighter jets and training aircraft.
- Iran's air defenses were weakened during a recent conflict with Israel.
- Iran is bolstering its military with Russian MiG-29 jets and air defense systems.
- Iran and Russia signed a $25-billion deal for building nuclear power plants.
- The U.N. reimposed sanctions on Iran related to its nuclear activities.
