Tehran confirmed last Sunday (15/1/2023) that it has ordered 24 Su-35 from Russia and expects to receive them within three months.
Senior Emirati and Saudi air force commanders are reported to be concerned about Iran's acquiring the Su-35 fighters.
Iran acquiring the Su-35 is said to be just the beginning, as Tehran is eyeing advanced systems from Russia, China, and Belarus.
What other systems is Iran eyeing?
What are the reasons behind the Emirati and Saudi concerns?
To answer these questions and more, Tactical Report has prepared a 323-word report.