A supposed leak of documents from the Russian state-owned company Rostec revealed details about export agreements for advanced Sukhoi fighter jets with countries such as Iran, Algeria, and Ethiopia.
The material, released by the hacking group Black Mirror, reportedly includes contracts, internal communications, and logistical schemes used to circumvent international sanctions. Although the authenticity of the leak has not been confirmed, experts state that the content is consistent with already known information about Russia’s export negotiations.
According to the documents, Iran is said to have ordered 48 Su-35 fighter jets, while Algeria has reportedly purchased 12 Su-57 stealth fighters and 14 Su-34 bombers. Ethiopia is said to have acquired six Su-35 units.
If confirmed, these sales would represent some of the largest Russian fighter jet exports since the start of the war in Ukraine, strengthening Moscow’s military partnerships with countries outside the Western sphere.
The files also outline production and delivery timelines, which would extend from 2024 to 2028, depending on the model and the purchasing country. The schedule suggests that the contracts were signed before or shortly after the invasion of Ukraine, and that Russia faces the challenge of maintaining its industrial capacity to meet both domestic demand and international defense commitments.
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A leaked document from Russia’s Rostec defence conglomerate reveals major fighter jet deals with multiple countries.
🇩🇿 Algeria — 12 Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighters + 14 Su-34 strike aircraft.
🇪🇹 Ethiopia — 6 Su-35 multirole fighters.If confirmed, Algeria becomes the… pic.twitter.com/q2ZOUId3jZ
— Defence Index (@Defence_Index) October 6, 2025
