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TexasTowelie

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Mon Mar 9, 2026, 02:02 AM Mar 9

The Hidden Problem Russia Faces with Iran's Destruction - William Spaniel [View all]



With two major fronts in the current world of war, today we look at a subtle way Iran's destruction could affect Russia's air campaign. Years ago, Russia began licensing Shahed drones to produce domestically. What we do not know is how dependent Russian manufacturers are on Iranian imports. This video explores why Iran would have wanted to make such dependency a part of any agreement. Plus, I cover an interesting parallel problem in Western supply chains.

0:00 When Wars Collide
1:31 Russia's Supply Chain Problem
8:39 The West's Parallel Supply Chain Problem
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