Russia receives ballistic missiles from Iran; sanctions imposed

The Guardian September 10, 2024, 07:00 PM UTC

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that Russia has received new Fath-360 ballistic missiles from Iran, which could be used in Ukraine. In response, the U.S. and Europe imposed new sanctions on Iran, including banning IranAir from Europe. The missiles have a range of 19 to 75 miles and can carry a 150kg warhead. Over 200 missiles were reportedly sent to a Russian port.


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