Ukraine mapped Russia’s Su-35 down to individual control units—and found 22 firms nobody has sanctioned
The names cover engines, guidance, jamming gear, and the air-to-air missiles the aircraft fires.
Ukraine's military intelligence has identified 22 Russian firms involved in the production of the Su-35S fighter jet that have not been sanctioned by any country. These unsanctioned suppliers produce various parts of the aircraft, including wheels, fuel-system units, and even components that helped develop the jet itself. Kyiv aims for synchronized sanctions efforts across all links of Russia's military-industrial complex.
Despite four years of sanctions, Russia's arms industry continues to operate and narrow the gaps by substituting parts and purchasing from third countries. The 22 unsanctioned firms make up part of the 79 companies identified in the Su-35S production chain. The unsanctioned suppliers are responsible for manufacturing engines, fuel systems, control systems, communications, guidance systems, electronic warfare suites, and main aviation missiles.
The data, presented in a 3D model on Ukraine's War&Sanctions portal, highlights gaps in the sanctions regime due to separate restrictions from the EU, US, G7 states, and Ukraine, which often run ahead of each other. As a result, companies can supply frontline fighters while still trading freely under most sanctions regimes.
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