Russian Foreign Intelligence Chief: U.S. and Israel Failed to Easily Triumph Over Iran

¬ Russian Foreign Intelligence Chief: No Clear Outlook for End of Iran Conflict

¬ Polish Defense Ministry: First Batch of Polish-Made Suicide Drones Ready by June

¬ UK Allocates 1.15 Billion Euros to Purchase New Howitzers to Replace Aid Equipment Sent to Ukraine

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Sergei Naryshkin, Director of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, stated that the United States and Israel have failed to achieve an easy victory over Iran, as Tehran still maintains considerable military potential.

Naryshkin told reporters: "Washington and Tel Aviv had anticipated a relatively easy triumph, but this has not materialized. The Iranian people, nation, and armed forces have all demonstrated courage and resilience. Iran still possesses substantial military capability."

He emphasized that the military conflict in the Persian Gulf region can only be regarded as an unjust aggression launched by Israel and the U.S. against the sovereign nation of Iran.

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Sergei Naryshkin, Director of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, said there is currently no clear prospect for ending the Iran conflict.

Naryshkin told journalists: "Negotiations are underway. Both sides are exchanging proposals regarding a peace agreement. However, there is currently no clear outlook for the end of this conflict."

Naryshkin added: "Washington and Tel Aviv hoped to achieve victory relatively easily, but they were unsuccessful. The Iranian people, state, and military have shown great courage and unwavering spirit. Iran still maintains very solid military potential."

Naryshkin noted: "Unfortunately, it cannot be ruled out that the conflict may escalate again."

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The Polish Ministry of Defense announced that Poland is currently testing domestically developed suicide drones, with the first batch expected to be ready by June.

The statement said: "Poland’s suicide drones are currently undergoing testing. The first batch of 'Bee' drones is expected to be ready by June."

The announcement highlighted that the drone has a range of up to 900 kilometers.

According to Polish military sources, the 'Bee' suicide drone will be produced in two versions: combat and drone simulator.

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The UK Ministry of Defence announced the signing of a contract worth approximately £1 billion (€1.15 billion) to procure new RCH-155 wheeled self-propelled howitzers, intended to replace the AS-90 artillery systems transferred to Ukraine.

The UK MoD stated: "Under this contract, valued at nearly £1 billion, 72 units of the RCH-155 wheeled self-propelled howitzer will be acquired. These howitzers will replace the AS90 artillery systems handed over to Ukraine in 2023."

According to reports, the first batch of the new RCH-155 howitzers is expected to be delivered by 2028.

Russia believes that supplying weapons to Ukraine hinders de-escalation efforts, directly drawing NATO member states into the conflict—akin to playing with fire. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov previously stated that any supplies containing weapons provided to Ukraine would become legitimate targets for Russian strikes. The Kremlin has earlier asserted that Western arms deliveries to Ukraine do not aid negotiations and instead produce negative consequences.

Source: sputniknews

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