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Armenia armed its Su-30 fighters with Iranian glide bombs

1 source · first reported 24d ago

Armenia has armed its Su-30SM fighter jets with Iranian-made precision-guided glide bombs, resolving a procurement scandal. The aircraft were seen flying over Yerevan's Republic Square on May 28, 2026.

Why it matters

This development presents a shift in Armenia's military procurement strategy, opting for Iranian weapons over Russian ones, and highlights the growing influence of Tehran in the region.

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