If the S-400 system, seen here in Syria, proves too expensive, Iran could opt for the cheaper but less advanced S-300. AFP
Iran could buy some of the latest Russian-made fighter aircraft if the UN embargo ends. Reuters
A Sukhoi Su-30, a highly-manoeuvrable two-seat fighter jet designed and built in Russia. EPA
Iran is likely to want to bolster its air defence capabilities, experts have warned. AFP
Russia's MIG-35 is also a contender to replace the Iranian air force's ageing fleet of Cold War-era fighter jets. EPA
The JF-17 Thunder, jointly developed by China and Pakistan, performs a demonstration flight at the Paris Air Show in 2015. AP
The multi-role aircraft is another being eyed for Iran's air force. AFP
Chinese made J-10 fighter jets of the Bayi Aerobatic Team. There are fears Iran could try to start a bidding war between Russia and China to build up its military capabilities cheaply. AFP
Russia's highly advanced S-400 surface-to-air missile system at a military base outside near Kaliningrad, Russia March 11, 2019. Reuters
Improved surface-to-air missiles are also thought to be a high priority for the Islamic republic. AFP
If the S-400 system, seen here in Syria, proves too expensive, Iran could opt for the cheaper but less advanced S-300. AFP
Iran could buy some of the latest Russian-made fighter aircraft if the UN embargo ends. Reuters
A Sukhoi Su-30, a highly-manoeuvrable two-seat fighter jet designed and built in Russia. EPA
Iran is likely to want to bolster its air defence capabilities, experts have warned. AFP
Russia's MIG-35 is also a contender to replace the Iranian air force's ageing fleet of Cold War-era fighter jets. EPA
The JF-17 Thunder, jointly developed by China and Pakistan, performs a demonstration flight at the Paris Air Show in 2015. AP
The multi-role aircraft is another being eyed for Iran's air force. AFP
Chinese made J-10 fighter jets of the Bayi Aerobatic Team. There are fears Iran could try to start a bidding war between Russia and China to build up its military capabilities cheaply. AFP
Russia's highly advanced S-400 surface-to-air missile system at a military base outside near Kaliningrad, Russia March 11, 2019. Reuters
Improved surface-to-air missiles are also thought to be a high priority for the Islamic republic. AFP
If the S-400 system, seen here in Syria, proves too expensive, Iran could opt for the cheaper but less advanced S-300. AFP
Centcom chief: Iran still aiming for regional dominance despite Suleimani killing
Kenneth McKenzie says Tehran knows the 'red lines' but is still working on ejecting US forces from the Gulf