Russia Sees War in Iran Squeezing Vital Air Defenses for Ukraine

Russia is dismayed by US and Israeli attacks on Iran but mostly powerless to aid its ally, and sees potential benefits for President Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine, according to five people familiar with the matter.

Demand for air-defense missiles from Gulf states facing Iranian attacks means there may be fewer resources for Ukraine, while US weapons sales for use by Kyiv may slow if the war in the Middle East becomes prolonged, two of the people said. All asked not to be identified discussing sensitive issues.