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Iran to receive hundreds of Chinese shoulder-launched missiles systems in weeks

2h ago ·  By · based on reporting by The Jerusalem Post 80Objectivity score80/100

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.

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Iran is expected to receive 300-400 Chinese-made shoulder-fired air-defense missile launchers, including QW-12 and FN-16 missiles, within weeks. This $60-70 million deal, facilitated by Hong Kong-based Zhongqing Baoshang International Investment, aims to strengthen Iran's short-range air defenses amid its conflict with the US and Israel. The initial deliveries are planned by air from Urumqi, China, transiting through Pakistan, though Pakistan's military denies involvement, stating, “Speculations of Pakistan being involved in the supply of Air Defense weapons to Iran from China are absolutely concocted and false." China's Foreign Ministry also stated, "The relevant reports are completely groundless." This acquisition highlights Iran's efforts to rearm and deepen military ties with China, despite international sanctions.

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