Tag: Ilyushin IL-76

Russian Ilyushin Il-76 heavy military transport aircraft

Russian Il-76 Military Transport Flights to Iran in 48 Hours Signal Crisis-Level Support as Moscow Moves to Reinforce Tehran Amid Internal Unrest and Regional Tensions

The Asia Live News Service - January 3, 2026
The arrival of a fifth Russian Ilyushin Il-76 heavy military transport aircraft in Iran within a tightly compressed 48-hour window has drawn intense international attention, transforming what might otherwise be routine military logistics into a strategically charged event with regional...
Egyptian Air Force Ilyushin IL-76

IL-76 Mystery Landing: Was Egypt Involved in Transferring Chinese Missiles to Pakistan Amid Ceasefire With India?

The Asia Live News Service - May 15, 2025
In a tightly wound region where symbolism often outweighs statements, the unexpected landing of an Egyptian Air Force Ilyushin IL-76 at the discreet Bhurban Airstrip in Pakistan’s Murree district has reignited anxieties over the evolving dynamics of South Asia’s strategic...