Iran May Provide Russia With Ballistic Missiles for Use in Ukraine: White House

White House national security spokesman John Kirby noted that the U.S. government is concerned about Tehran’s growing military cooperation with Moscow.

Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council John Kirby speaks during the daily press briefing at the White House in Washington on Nov. 20, 2023. Drew Angerer/Getty Images

White House national security spokesman John Kirby announced on Tuesday that Iran could supply Russia with short-range ballistic missiles for use against targets in Ukraine.

Mr. Kirby noted that the United States is concerned about Tehran’s growing military cooperation with Moscow, further pointing out that the Islamic regime has already been providing Russia with drones, guided aerial bombs, and other munitions.