Iran could send the first batch of UAVs to Russia for field tests. This was stated in the message of the representative of the American Intelligence Service (OSINT) on Twitter, citing unofficial Iranian sources..

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While the ISW cannot independently confirm this claim, it is consistent with recent reports that Tehran and Moscow are seeking increased aviation cooperation to circumvent international sanctions against Russia and Iran and support Russian operations in Ukraine..

If true, this statement suggests that Iran may receive Russian Su-35 aircraft in exchange for drones, which could be part of an agreement signed between Moscow and Tehran on July 26. The agreement assumed that Iran would increase the volume of passenger flights to Russia and additionally repair Russian aircraft..

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Tehran may try to use this agreement to facilitate the acquisition of Russian combat aircraft.