Iran to Receive Chinese Air Defense Missile Systems, Beijing Denies Reports
Reports indicate that Iran is set to receive up to 400 Chinese shoulder-launched anti-aircraft missile systems, with an initial shipment valued at nearly $70 million. However, China has denied these reports, stating it has no intention of supplying weapons to Iran.
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Chinese arms to strengthen Iran amid US war? Report suggests air defence deal worth nearly $70 million
China rejected the reports as “completely groundless” and said that Beijing has consistently played a role in promoting peace and ending the conflict.
Read full article →Iran to receive hundreds of Chinese shoulder-launched missiles systems in weeks
The contract covers the purchase of between 300 and 400 man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS), including Chinese-made QW-12 and FN-16 missiles.
Read full article →Iran To Get Chinese Shoulder-Launched Missile Systems Soon: Report
The purchase, valued at $60-70 million, is one of Tehran's largest-known efforts to strengthen its short-range air defences since the outbreak of its war with the US and Israel.
Read full article →Iran to get Chinese shoulder-launched missile systems in weeks, sources say
The purchase, valued at $60-70 million, is one of Tehran's largest-known efforts to strengthen its air defenses since the outbreak of its war with the U.S. and Israel.
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