Iran has finalized a secret €500 million arms deal with Russia to acquire advanced air defense systems, including 500 "Verba" launchers and 2500 "9M336" missiles, with deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2029. This significant procurement aims to bolster Iran's air defenses, which were severely damaged during recent conflicts with Israel, particularly impacting its S-300 systems. The deal, reportedly signed in Moscow in December, includes night vision devices and comes amid heightened tensions with the United States, with President Trump considering military action against Iran. Experts suggest these new weapons could deter US operations, referencing past tactics used against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.