Iran Prepares for Response with Russian Sukhoi SU-35 Fighter Jets as Tensions Escalate with Israel

In the coming days, Iran will receive a supply of Russian Sukhoi SU-35 fighter jets, according to reports in the Iranian media. The purchase of these advanced fighter jets was made in November, with unofficial reports suggesting that a total of 24 new jets will be delivered.

President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran issued a warning of a “powerful and ferocious” response to any aggression on its soil by Israel on April 17. This threat came amidst tensions and speculation about the timing and extent of potential retaliation from Israel following an Iranian attack. General Hamid Vahedi, the commander of the Iranian Air Force, confirmed that the country was prepared to strike targets using Russian jets like the Sukhoi Su-24, in addition to other fighters.

Reports from the ‘New York Times’ indicate that Israeli missiles used in recent attacks on Iran had advanced technology to evade Iranian radar systems. Despite this, Iranian sources did not detect any intrusions into their airspace by drones, missiles, or planes. The precision of Israeli attacks, which were carried out from a safe distance, suggests a calculated move to deter future Iranian aggressions against Israel.

The use of drone attacks and undetectable missiles is seen as a warning to Iran of the potential for larger, more sophisticated attacks in the future. The recent events are seen as a way to make Iran think twice about direct attacks against Israel and to signal that Israel is prepared to defend itself with advanced military technology.