Iran has reportedly finalized a secret €500 million weapons deal with Russia to rebuild and modernize its air defense network, according to the Financial Times. The agreement includes 500 launch units of the advanced 9K333 Verba man-portable air defense system and 2,500 9M336 missiles, significantly strengthening Iran’s short-range, low-altitude protection against drones, helicopters, and low-flying aircraft. The move follows damage to Iran’s air defenses during the 2025 conflict and signals deeper military cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.