{"id":949,"date":"2025-10-07T15:55:57","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T15:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailysadaepakistan.com\/English\/?p=949"},"modified":"2025-10-07T15:55:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T15:55:57","slug":"iran-set-to-buy-48-su-35-fighter-jets-from-russia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailysadaepakistan.com\/English\/?p=949","title":{"rendered":"Iran set to buy 48 Su-35 fighter jets from Russia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Following its 12-day war with Israel, Iran is reportedly preparing to modernize its air force by purchasing 48 Russian Su-35 fighter jets, according to a detailed report by&nbsp;<em>Newsweek<\/em>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deal, valued at over $7 billion, could significantly upgrade Iran\u2019s aerial capabilities and deepen military cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The report follows the leak of classified documents online, allegedly from Rostec, Russia\u2019s state-owned defense conglomerate. While neither Iranian nor Russian officials have confirmed or denied the agreement, analysts say the move could reshape the regional balance of power if proven true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to&nbsp;<em>Newsweek<\/em>, the documents &#8212; released online by a hacker group called Black Mirror &#8212; include over 300 internal Rostec files outlining export contracts, pricing, and delivery timelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The leaked materials suggest that Tehran plans to acquire 48 Su-35 multirole jets equipped with advanced electronic warfare systems and avionics packages developed by KRET, a major Rostec subsidiary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One document, labeled \u201cCode 364\u201d, reportedly corresponds to Iran and outlines a $686 million program with deliveries scheduled between 16 and 48 months. This means the first aircraft could arrive by 2026, with the final batch expected by 2028.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The files also mention the inclusion of Khibiny-M electronic warfare systems, designed to protect the aircraft from enemy radar and missiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The possible Su-35 purchase comes in the aftermath of Iran\u2019s recent 12-day conflict with Israel, during which US airstrikes targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, exposing weaknesses in Iran\u2019s ageing air fleet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Defense experts note that acquiring modern fourth-generation fighters like the Su-35 would vastly improve Iran\u2019s air defense, deterrence capabilities, and ability to protect strategic infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If verified, the deal would mark one of Russia\u2019s largest arms exports since its invasion of Ukraine, highlighting growing defense cooperation between two heavily sanctioned nations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Following its 12-day war with Israel, Iran is reportedly preparing to modernize its air force by purchasing 48 Russian Su-35 fighter jets, according to a detailed report by&nbsp;Newsweek. The deal, valued at over $7 billion, could significantly upgrade Iran\u2019s aerial capabilities and deepen military cooperation between Tehran and Moscow. 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