Iran has developed a new attack and reconnaissance drone for Russia to use in its war in Ukraine, according to a report.
The Shahed-107 is estimated to have a range of 932 miles and may be deployed to seek out and destroy expensive Western gear in Ukraine, Sky News reported, citing an unnamed security source.
Business Insider has not independently verified the claim.
The source told the outlet that the drone’s development represents “the significant force design work Iran is engaged in to support Russia’s interests regarding Ukraine.”
A few units of the drone have been offered to Russia in a deal worth an estimated $2 million, the outlet reported the source as saying.
The Shahed-107, part of the Shahed series, is reported to have a roughly 10-foot wingspan and to be about 8 feet long.
It can be launched from a vehicle and was trialed at an air base in central Iran with Russian representatives present, the source told Sky News.
The drone may be …
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