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I love how Iran is now appearing in strategic calculations because of its defense industry:
UK reviews Falklands defence as Russia offers Su-24s to Argentina - IHS Jane's 360
UK reviews Falklands defence as Russia offers Su-24s to Argentina
Gareth Jennings, London - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly
28 December 2014
The Su-24 has a potent anti-surface and anti-shipping capability, making it a serious threat to UK forces defending the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is to conduct a review of its plans for the defence of the Falkland Islands following reports that Russia is to supply Argentina with Sukhoi Su-24 'Fencer' strike aircraft, UK media reported on 28 December.
The review follows a report in the Daily Express newspaper that Russia is to lease 12 Su-24s to the Argentine Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Argentina - FAA) in return for foodstuffs.
According to the media report, the Su-24s would be delivered to the FAA ahead of the introduction into service of the first of the UK's two Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers in 2020 (full-operating capability for the Queen Elizabeth is currently slated for 2023).
The potential arrival of Su-24s into Argentine service ahead of the introduction into service of the UK's new aircraft carriers could pose a "real window of vulnerability", MoD officials reportedly told the Daily Express .
With Argentina arguing sovereignty over the islands that it refers to as Islas Malvinas, the UK maintains a force of four Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft, Rapier surface-to-air missiles, and about 1,200 troops permanently stationed on the Falklands. These are supported by visiting Royal Navy warships, and while the MoD won't comment publically on such deployments it is understood that nuclear-powered attack submarines are often sent to the South Atlantic as a further layer of defence for the islands.
While the MoD declined to address the specific threat of the Su-24s with IHS Jane's , it did provide a statement which read, "The MoD undertakes regular assessments of potential military threats to the Falkland Islands to ensure that we retain an appropriate level of defensive capability to address any threats. We continue to remain vigilant and committed to the protection of the Falkland Islanders."
ANALYSIS
For some years now, Argentina has been trying to replace its antiquated and increasingly unserviceable Dassault Mirage IIIEA, IAI Dagger, and McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk fighter fleets with a newer and more capable type.
Reported procurements of surplus Spanish Mirage F1s, Israeli Aerospace Industries (IAI) Kfirs, Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17, and Saab Gripen E/Fs all appear to have stalled for either economic or political reasons (the proposed buy of the Gripen E/F was effectively vetoed by the UK, which manufactures many of the aircraft's systems).
What makes the Su-24 report so alarming for the UK government is that the proposed lease from Russia would not likely be affected by either economic or political reasons, and so is much more likely to progress.
The Su-24 is an old design, and so, on paper at least, should easily be defended against by the Royal Air Force's Typhoons and the Rapier surface-to-air missiles. However, wars aren't fought on paper, and the Su-24's combat radius of 565 n miles (1,046 km; 650 miles) - hi-lo-hi with 3,000 kg (6,615 lb) of weapons and two external tanks - means it would be able to strike at the Falkland Islands without the need for aerial refuelling. Its supersonic performance would also reduce the time afforded to the UK defences to react to any such attack.
While the Su-24's nine hardpoints means it can carry a wide range of air-to-surface weaponry, it is its ability to carry anti-shipping missiles such as the Kh-31A (AS-17 'Krypton') that make it such a potent threat to UK forces in the region. If Russia were to back up its offer of the leased aircraft with weapon systems such as these (Iran also makes its own weapon systems for the Su-24, which could be offered to Argentina), then the Su-24 could pose a real problem for UK plans for the defence of the Falkland Islands.
UK reviews Falklands defence as Russia offers Su-24s to Argentina - IHS Jane's 360
UK reviews Falklands defence as Russia offers Su-24s to Argentina
Gareth Jennings, London - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly
28 December 2014
The Su-24 has a potent anti-surface and anti-shipping capability, making it a serious threat to UK forces defending the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is to conduct a review of its plans for the defence of the Falkland Islands following reports that Russia is to supply Argentina with Sukhoi Su-24 'Fencer' strike aircraft, UK media reported on 28 December.
The review follows a report in the Daily Express newspaper that Russia is to lease 12 Su-24s to the Argentine Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Argentina - FAA) in return for foodstuffs.
According to the media report, the Su-24s would be delivered to the FAA ahead of the introduction into service of the first of the UK's two Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers in 2020 (full-operating capability for the Queen Elizabeth is currently slated for 2023).
The potential arrival of Su-24s into Argentine service ahead of the introduction into service of the UK's new aircraft carriers could pose a "real window of vulnerability", MoD officials reportedly told the Daily Express .
With Argentina arguing sovereignty over the islands that it refers to as Islas Malvinas, the UK maintains a force of four Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft, Rapier surface-to-air missiles, and about 1,200 troops permanently stationed on the Falklands. These are supported by visiting Royal Navy warships, and while the MoD won't comment publically on such deployments it is understood that nuclear-powered attack submarines are often sent to the South Atlantic as a further layer of defence for the islands.
While the MoD declined to address the specific threat of the Su-24s with IHS Jane's , it did provide a statement which read, "The MoD undertakes regular assessments of potential military threats to the Falkland Islands to ensure that we retain an appropriate level of defensive capability to address any threats. We continue to remain vigilant and committed to the protection of the Falkland Islanders."
ANALYSIS
For some years now, Argentina has been trying to replace its antiquated and increasingly unserviceable Dassault Mirage IIIEA, IAI Dagger, and McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk fighter fleets with a newer and more capable type.
Reported procurements of surplus Spanish Mirage F1s, Israeli Aerospace Industries (IAI) Kfirs, Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17, and Saab Gripen E/Fs all appear to have stalled for either economic or political reasons (the proposed buy of the Gripen E/F was effectively vetoed by the UK, which manufactures many of the aircraft's systems).
What makes the Su-24 report so alarming for the UK government is that the proposed lease from Russia would not likely be affected by either economic or political reasons, and so is much more likely to progress.
The Su-24 is an old design, and so, on paper at least, should easily be defended against by the Royal Air Force's Typhoons and the Rapier surface-to-air missiles. However, wars aren't fought on paper, and the Su-24's combat radius of 565 n miles (1,046 km; 650 miles) - hi-lo-hi with 3,000 kg (6,615 lb) of weapons and two external tanks - means it would be able to strike at the Falkland Islands without the need for aerial refuelling. Its supersonic performance would also reduce the time afforded to the UK defences to react to any such attack.
While the Su-24's nine hardpoints means it can carry a wide range of air-to-surface weaponry, it is its ability to carry anti-shipping missiles such as the Kh-31A (AS-17 'Krypton') that make it such a potent threat to UK forces in the region. If Russia were to back up its offer of the leased aircraft with weapon systems such as these (Iran also makes its own weapon systems for the Su-24, which could be offered to Argentina), then the Su-24 could pose a real problem for UK plans for the defence of the Falkland Islands.
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as argentina is a friend and UK is an enemy , one would say support the living shyte outta their Su-24s
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as argentina is a friend and UK is an enemy , one would say support the living shyte outta their Su-24s
What I like is that a reputable source like Janes names Iran as a potential supplier of hightech arms to Argentina. Janes is very pessimistic when it comes to Iran's abilities so it is a great progress.
As you know, the biggest limitation for Argentina in Falkland war was that it could not get enough Exoset rockets to counter British Navy due to the embargo that was placed immidately by US and rest of the Western countries.
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Russia, Iran sign agreement on military cooperation
January 20, 12:19 UTC+3
Russia and Iran agreed that bilateral cooperation should have a greater practical aspect and contribute to enhancing the combat readiness of the Russian and Iranian armed forces
Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu
© Mikhail Japaridze/TASS
TEHRAN, January 20. /TASS/. Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu and his Iranian counterpart Hossein Dehgan have signed an agreement on military cooperation between the two countries.
Shoigu said afterwards that relations between the Russian and Iranian defense ministries has been on a steady rise for the past few years.
“Today’s signing of an inter-governmental agreement on military cooperation is a major step along these lines. A theoretical basis for interaction in the military sphere has been created,” Shoigu said.
Russia and Iran agreed that bilateral cooperation should have a greater practical aspect and contribute to enhancing the combat readiness of the Russian and Iranian armed forces.
Shoigu said that the negotiations concerned issues of mutual interest, such as delegation exchanges, inter-staff talks and also exchange of experience in peace-keeping operations and the struggle against terrorism. The topic of humanitarian mine-clearing operations was considered at Russia’s request.
“We have agreed to expand the practice of naval ships’ visits to Russian and Iranian ports,” Shoigu said.
January 20, 12:19 UTC+3
Russia and Iran agreed that bilateral cooperation should have a greater practical aspect and contribute to enhancing the combat readiness of the Russian and Iranian armed forces
Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu
© Mikhail Japaridze/TASS
TEHRAN, January 20. /TASS/. Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu and his Iranian counterpart Hossein Dehgan have signed an agreement on military cooperation between the two countries.
Shoigu said afterwards that relations between the Russian and Iranian defense ministries has been on a steady rise for the past few years.
“Today’s signing of an inter-governmental agreement on military cooperation is a major step along these lines. A theoretical basis for interaction in the military sphere has been created,” Shoigu said.
Russia and Iran agreed that bilateral cooperation should have a greater practical aspect and contribute to enhancing the combat readiness of the Russian and Iranian armed forces.
Shoigu said that the negotiations concerned issues of mutual interest, such as delegation exchanges, inter-staff talks and also exchange of experience in peace-keeping operations and the struggle against terrorism. The topic of humanitarian mine-clearing operations was considered at Russia’s request.
“We have agreed to expand the practice of naval ships’ visits to Russian and Iranian ports,” Shoigu said.
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I love how Iran is now appearing in strategic calculations because of its defense industry:
UK reviews Falklands defence as Russia offers Su-24s to Argentina - IHS Jane's 360
UK reviews Falklands defence as Russia offers Su-24s to Argentina
Gareth Jennings, London - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly
28 December 2014
The Su-24 has a potent anti-surface and anti-shipping capability, making it a serious threat to UK forces defending the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is to conduct a review of its plans for the defence of the Falkland Islands following reports that Russia is to supply Argentina with Sukhoi Su-24 'Fencer' strike aircraft, UK media reported on 28 December.
The review follows a report in the Daily Express newspaper that Russia is to lease 12 Su-24s to the Argentine Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Argentina - FAA) in return for foodstuffs.
According to the media report, the Su-24s would be delivered to the FAA ahead of the introduction into service of the first of the UK's two Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers in 2020 (full-operating capability for the Queen Elizabeth is currently slated for 2023).
The potential arrival of Su-24s into Argentine service ahead of the introduction into service of the UK's new aircraft carriers could pose a "real window of vulnerability", MoD officials reportedly told the Daily Express .
With Argentina arguing sovereignty over the islands that it refers to as Islas Malvinas, the UK maintains a force of four Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft, Rapier surface-to-air missiles, and about 1,200 troops permanently stationed on the Falklands. These are supported by visiting Royal Navy warships, and while the MoD won't comment publically on such deployments it is understood that nuclear-powered attack submarines are often sent to the South Atlantic as a further layer of defence for the islands.
While the MoD declined to address the specific threat of the Su-24s with IHS Jane's , it did provide a statement which read, "The MoD undertakes regular assessments of potential military threats to the Falkland Islands to ensure that we retain an appropriate level of defensive capability to address any threats. We continue to remain vigilant and committed to the protection of the Falkland Islanders."
ANALYSIS
For some years now, Argentina has been trying to replace its antiquated and increasingly unserviceable Dassault Mirage IIIEA, IAI Dagger, and McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawk fighter fleets with a newer and more capable type.
Reported procurements of surplus Spanish Mirage F1s, Israeli Aerospace Industries (IAI) Kfirs, Chengdu Aircraft Corporation FC-1/JF-17, and Saab Gripen E/Fs all appear to have stalled for either economic or political reasons (the proposed buy of the Gripen E/F was effectively vetoed by the UK, which manufactures many of the aircraft's systems).
What makes the Su-24 report so alarming for the UK government is that the proposed lease from Russia would not likely be affected by either economic or political reasons, and so is much more likely to progress.
The Su-24 is an old design, and so, on paper at least, should easily be defended against by the Royal Air Force's Typhoons and the Rapier surface-to-air missiles. However, wars aren't fought on paper, and the Su-24's combat radius of 565 n miles (1,046 km; 650 miles) - hi-lo-hi with 3,000 kg (6,615 lb) of weapons and two external tanks - means it would be able to strike at the Falkland Islands without the need for aerial refuelling. Its supersonic performance would also reduce the time afforded to the UK defences to react to any such attack.
While the Su-24's nine hardpoints means it can carry a wide range of air-to-surface weaponry, it is its ability to carry anti-shipping missiles such as the Kh-31A (AS-17 'Krypton') that make it such a potent threat to UK forces in the region. If Russia were to back up its offer of the leased aircraft with weapon systems such as these (Iran also makes its own weapon systems for the Su-24, which could be offered to Argentina), then the Su-24 could pose a real problem for UK plans for the defence of the Falkland Islands.
This is interesting. Some argentinian prosecutor was assassinated who claimed Iran carried out the Buenos Aires attack and that there was a cover up by the argentine government. Just a thought, If Argentina was behind this assassination then they must have done it for national security reasons. They need Iranian arms especially the anti-ship missiles for a potential attack against the Falkland islands so they couldn't strain Iran-Argentine relations.
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True. There are a lot at stake for Argentina if things go south with Iran. They were recently negotiating a bartering deal so that Iran would give petroleum to Argentina in return of grains. Argentina is desperately in need of energy and doesn't have the Dollar resources to buy it in the market.
Arms deal would be another thing that may be at stake.
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I forgot about Argentina's Economic/Energy woes. Very big stakes indeed then
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Are they planning to sell T-50 to Iran?
Too good to be true, but look at this poster.
Too good to be true, but look at this poster.
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IRGC Launches Homegrown Crew Boat
January 29, 2015 - 16:43
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy on Thursday launched the first domestically-made crew boat.
The vessel, dubbed “Parmida 6” was launched in the Persian Gulf waters at Iran’s southern port city of Busheher in a ceremony attended by IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Ali Fadavi.
With low maintenance costs, the light vessel can be employed for carrying both passengers and cargo.
The Iranian crew boat is 34 meters long, 7 meters wide, 3 meters high and has an aluminum hull. It can accommodate 73 passengers and 8 crew.
With a speed of up to 25 nautical miles, Parmida 6 is categorized as a high-speed craft (HSC).
In recent years, Iran has made great headways in manufacturing a range of civilian and military vessels.
In 2014, Iran’s second home-made ocean-going cargo ship, named 'Iran Shahr-E-Kord', was successfully tested in the waters off the country’s southern port city of Bandar Abbas.
With a length of 187 meters and a width of 30 meters, the ship has the capacity to carry 2,200 containers.
Tasnim News Agency - IRGC Launches Homegrown Crew Boat
January 29, 2015 - 16:43
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy on Thursday launched the first domestically-made crew boat.
The vessel, dubbed “Parmida 6” was launched in the Persian Gulf waters at Iran’s southern port city of Busheher in a ceremony attended by IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Ali Fadavi.
With low maintenance costs, the light vessel can be employed for carrying both passengers and cargo.
The Iranian crew boat is 34 meters long, 7 meters wide, 3 meters high and has an aluminum hull. It can accommodate 73 passengers and 8 crew.
With a speed of up to 25 nautical miles, Parmida 6 is categorized as a high-speed craft (HSC).
In recent years, Iran has made great headways in manufacturing a range of civilian and military vessels.
In 2014, Iran’s second home-made ocean-going cargo ship, named 'Iran Shahr-E-Kord', was successfully tested in the waters off the country’s southern port city of Bandar Abbas.
With a length of 187 meters and a width of 30 meters, the ship has the capacity to carry 2,200 containers.
Tasnim News Agency - IRGC Launches Homegrown Crew Boat
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