Russia has become increasingly reliant on Iranian drones to fight its war in Ukraine.
At least six countries have ramped up production of Iranian drones in the last two years, according to a Bloomberg report this week, bringing the total number of countries producing drones with Iran's help to at least a dozen.
The issue has become of particular importance as Russia becomes more reliant on Iranian tech to produce its drones for the war in Ukraine.
Meanwhile, Iran is pocketing foreign money in exchange for its much-coveted drone tech and expertise.
AdvertisementEthiopia has used Iranian drones to squash rebellions in the country, while Tajikistan, Algeria, and Venezuela are also partnering with Iran, Bloomberg reported.
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—, Israel —, Matthew McInnis
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Service, Bloomberg, US, Washington Post, Pentagon, State Department
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Iran, Russia, Ukraine, Sudan, Israel, Jordan, Red, Ethiopia, Tajikistan, Algeria, Venezuela