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Iran Receives First New Fighter Jets in 30 Years as Russia Delivers MiG-29s

For the first time in more than three decades, Iran has received new fighter aircraft. According to Military Watch Magazine, Russia delivered MiG-29 jets to the Shiraz Air Base, renewing debates over the country’s future fighter procurement strategy.Debate Between Russian and Chinese Fighters In January, Iranian officials confirmed placing orders for Russian Su-35 fighters, while observers had long expected Tehran to also purchase Chinese J-10C jets. The J-10C, lighter than the heavy Su-35 and the medium MiG-29, offers lower operating costs, superior sensors, communications systems…