Israel's concern over the purchase of Russian "Mi-28" helicopters by Iran Hebrew media reported Israel's concern over Iran's attempt to purchase Russian "Mi-28" attack helicopters known as "Night Hunters". These helicopters are supposed to replace part of the fleet of old Cobra helicopters that have been in Tehran's possession since the time of the Iran-US alliance. According to reports in the Israeli media, the Mi-28 helicopter competes with the American Apache helicopter in several capabilities, including speed, firepower and armor resistance, and is capable of carrying a variety of guided missiles, rockets and 30mm cannons. Among the capabilities of this helicopter, the following can be noted: a maximum flight speed of 320 km/h and an operational radius of approximately 200 km. Carrying up to 16 guided missiles with a maximum range of 12 km. Has a 30 mm cannon and 80 and 122 mm rockets. Advanced systems for identifying targets, electronic warfare equipment and dealing with Israeli radars. Armored compartment resistant to 20mm bullets and emergency crew rescue systems. According to this report, Iran can use these helicopters to intercept UAVs, deal with mobile ground targets and strengthen its operational capability in border areas, including Sistan and Balochistan province. Russia is also upgrading these helicopters with long-range missiles, electronic warfare equipment and new defense systems. Earlier published reports also mentioned the sighting of Russian Mi-28 helicopters in the skies of Tehran and published pictures of the transfer of Russian military equipment to Iran.

Israel's concern over the purchase of Russian "Mi-28" helicopters by Iran Hebrew media reported Israel's concern over Iran's attempt to purchase Russian "Mi-28" attack helicopters known as "Night Hunters". These helicopters are supposed to replace part of the fleet of old Cobra helicopters that have been in Tehran's possession since the time of the Iran-US alliance. According to reports in the Israeli media, the Mi-28 helicopter competes with the American Apache helicopter in several capabilities, including speed, firepower and armor resistance, and is capable of carrying a variety of guided missiles, rockets and 30mm cannons. Among the capabilities of this helicopter, the following can be noted: a maximum flight speed of 320 km/h and an operational radius of approximately 200 km. Carrying up to 16 guided missiles with a maximum range of 12 km. Has a 30 mm cannon and 80 and 122 mm rockets. Advanced systems for identifying targets, electronic warfare equipment and dealing with Israeli radars. Armored compartment resistant to 20mm bullets and emergency crew rescue systems. According to this report, Iran can use these helicopters to intercept UAVs, deal with mobile ground targets and strengthen its operational capability in border areas, including Sistan and Balochistan province. Russia is also upgrading these helicopters with long-range missiles, electronic warfare equipment and new defense systems. Earlier published reports also mentioned the sighting of Russian Mi-28 helicopters in the skies of Tehran and published pictures of the transfer of Russian military equipment to Iran.