Russia

What Putin Can Do With His New, Deadly Gift From Iran

YOU REALLY SHOULDN’T HAVE

A shiny—and dangerous—army of drones will soon fall into Russian hands. Will it turn the tide for Moscow?

220721-iran-putin-drones-tease-02_bfv7iy
Photo Illustration by Thomas Levinson/The Daily Beast/Getty/Reuters

U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan made a startling announcement earlier this month: that Russia is getting hundreds of drones from Iran, and will begin training with them within weeks.

A major U.S.

We think “subscriber” would look good on you. Join now to unlock access.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article. 

Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.