Iran warns Europe of retaliation for sanctions on missile deal with Russia

Blinken warned Iran against providing ballistic missiles to Russia, calling it a drastic escalation with potential threats to European security. Iran dismissed the claim as a distraction from Western military aid to Israel and threatened retaliation. The Kremlin also denied the allegations.

Blinken and Lammy visited Kyiv to discuss Ukraine’s goals in the war and how the West can assist. Zelensky seeks permission to use Western missiles against Russia, a request that may provoke conflict but could aid Ukraine in the war.

There is hesitance to grant Ukraine permission to use long-range weapons, fearing it could escalate tensions with Russia. However, President Biden hinted at potential compromise on the matter.