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Xi & Putin help Iran hunt US warships? China, Russia may have helped Qassem Basir missile targeting
Published on Sep 09, 2026 05:22 pm IST
China and Russia may have played a role in helping Iran improve its ability to track and target U.S. warships, raising fresh questions about the technology behind Tehran’s anti-ship missile arsenal. Iran’s Qassem Basir and Khalij Fars missiles have drawn attention for their advanced guidance systems, including electro-optical seekers designed to identify targets. Could Chinese or Russian intelligence, satellite data, or targeting support have strengthened Iran’s ability to threaten American carriers and destroyers?
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