Recent reports indicate that Iran has not sent mobile launchers for its Fath-360 short-range ballistic missiles to Russia as previously alleged by the United States. According to sources cited by Reuters, the absence of the launchers raises doubts about the operational effectiveness of the missiles should they be supplied without the necessary equipment. The US announcement regarding Iran's alleged transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia was made before the launchers were delivered to Moscow, as confirmed by a US official.

European intelligence sources have also cast doubt on Iran's intention to supply the Fath-360 missile launchers to Russia. The decision not to deliver the launchers could have stemmed from various reasons, according to experts. One possibility suggested is that Russia may intend to modify trucks to carry the missiles instead, a practice that Iran itself has previously undertaken. Another speculation is that Iran might be using this situation to create room for potential negotiations with Western powers aimed at diffusing tensions.

These latest developments come in the wake of heightened scrutiny on Iran's ballistic missile activities, with the UK stressing to the OSCE that the transfer of Iranian missiles to Russia poses a threat to European security. As information continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this situation will impact regional dynamics and the ongoing efforts to address security concerns related to Iran's ballistic missile capabilities.