China is preparing to deliver new man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS) to Iran within the next few weeks. The delivery of MANPADS would represent a significant escalation of support from China compared to previous transfers of dual-use technologies. The FN-6 MANPADS. China has actively supplied these systems to Iran, Malaysia, Cambodia, Sudan, Pakistan, Peru, Syria, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. The weapon was used by the Kachin Independence Army, a group composed of ethnic Kachins from the northern part of the country.

Source: CNN April 11, 2026 19:05 UTC