By Micah Halpern
I've Been Thinking:
Yesterday Russia decided to loosen restrictions on missile sales to Iran. They will be delivering a shipment of S-300 missiles as soon as possible.
Israel was informed of the decision just before it was made public. Israel is most concerned - but expected it. After all, this is an outgrowth of the framework agreement with Iran.
Israel's main concern is that the S-300's will be shipped from Iran to Hezbollah in Lebanon.
In 2007, Russia initiated an $800 million missile deal with Iran.
But because of the sanctions they never completed the deal. In 2011, Iran sued Russia for $4 billion in an international court for breach of contract and for losses. The case is still pending.
The White House expressed disappointment with Russia.
But really, what is the message the US is conveying? What do they expect?
Russia said they intend to ship the missiles quickly, as soon, that is, as the political leadership gives the go ahead.
Micah@MicahHalpern.com
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