Russia could help Iran defend against an upcoming attack by Israel, Sky News Arabia reported on Wednesday citing Israeli sources. The assistance would allegedly be provided without harming Russia's relations with Israel and could include early warnings, detecting incoming Israeli aircraft and electronic jamming, and guidance to protect potential targets.
Israel has been planning a strike on Iran in retaliation to Iran's missile attack on Israel on October 1, which was itself in retaliation to the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The details and timing of Israel's strike are currently unknown.