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Russia no longer needs Iran’s help to sustain the war in Ukraine

Tehran’s humiliation won’t please Moscow, but domestic drone production and new alliances mean Vladimir Putin can fight on

Hanna Notte

Steeled by years of confrontation, Moscow will not give up just anything in hope of future reciprocity

Moscow’s ability to support its regional partner, Iran, is coming under increasing strain

Putin faces constraints in responding to possible expanded US and allied military support for Ukraine

There is no indication that the Kremlin is ready to negotiate in good faith on Ukraine