US to Transfer Seized Iranian Weapons to Ukraine<br />The US will transfer thousands of seized Iranian weapons and ammunition to Ukraine.<br />This move aims to help alleviate critical shortages facing the Ukrainian military.<br />The Ukrainian military has been awaiting more money and equipment from the US and its allies.<br />US Central Command has already transferred over one million rounds of seized Iranian ammunition to the Ukrainian armed forces.<br />The transfer was conducted on Monday, according to CENTCOM.<br />The seized weapons were originally obtained by US naval forces from a stateless dhow in violation of a United Nations Security Council Resolution.<br />This transfer of weapons could provide critical support to Ukraine's war effort.<br />It may also have implications for Iran's relationship with Russia.<br />The use of seized Iranian weapons by Ukraine to defend against Russia's invasion could strain the burgeoning defense partnership between Iran and Russia.<br />Iran has been supplying Russia with drones for its war in Ukraine, while Russia has been cooperating with Iran on missile and air defense production.<br />This decision by the US could potentially drive a wedge between Iran and Russia.<br />The transfer of seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine is seen as a step towards supporting Ukraine's military needs and defending against Russia's aggression.<br />#latestnews #cnn #news
