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Iran signs deal with Russia for 20 helicopters
The Iranian Red Crescent signed an agreement with a Russian state company for the direct purchase of 20 helicopters. The new fleet will be used for logistics, air rescue, firefighting and night flight missions.
An agreement was signed between the Iranian Red Crescent and a Russian state company for the direct purchase of 20 helicopters. The signing ceremony took place at the company's headquarters on Wednesday.
Iranian Red Crescent President Pir-Hossein Kolivand said in a statement in Moscow that the agreement aims to strengthen his country's logistics and air rescue fleet. Kolivand noted that this is an unprecedented milestone in the history of the Iranian Red Crescent.
Process completed for first four helicopters
Kolivand said the contract for the first four helicopters has also been finalized and their delivery to Iran is expected before Nowruz in March 2027.
The new helicopters are equipped with modern technology and night vision systems, enabling night flights. The aircraft are also prepared for firefighting missions as well as health and emergency rescue services.
Diplomatic and institutional coordination highlighted
Kolivand thanked the Iranian embassy in Russia for its coordination efforts during the agreement process and the Islamic Consultative Assembly for its parliamentary support. The signatures were affixed by Iranian Red Crescent President Pir-Hossein Kolivand and Russian Helicopters General Director Nikolay Kolesov.
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