"Russia has provided Iran with information that could help Tehran strike American warships, aircraft and other assets in the region, according to two officials familiar with U.S. intelligence on the matter. The officials cautioned that the U.S. intelligence has not uncovered that Russia is directing Iran on what to do with the information as the U.S. and Israel continue their bombardment and Iran fires retaliatory salvos at American assets and allies in the Persian Gulf."
"Russia is in the rare club of countries that maintains friendly relations with Tehran, which has faced years of isolation over its nuclear program and its support of proxy groups that have wreaked havoc in the Middle East, including Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis."
"White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday told reporters that 'it clearly is not making any difference with respect to the military operations in Iran because we are completely decimating them.' Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a CBS' '60 Minutes' interview on Friday said the U.S. is 'tracking everything' and factoring it into battle plans."
U.S. intelligence officials report that Russia has shared information with Iran that could facilitate attacks on American warships, aircraft, and regional assets. The intelligence does not indicate Russia is directing Iran's use of this information. Russia's involvement represents its first known participation in the escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. As one of few nations maintaining friendly relations with Iran, Russia's actions reflect its strategic positioning. White House officials downplayed the reports without denying them, with press secretary Karoline Leavitt stating the intelligence sharing has not affected U.S. military operations. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the U.S. is tracking all developments and incorporating them into operational planning.
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