[Middle East Conflict Diverts Western Military Aid Focus, Putin Sees Potential Benefits] According to a report by Jinse Finance, citing five informed sources, Russia was shocked by the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran but is largely unable to assist its ally and sees potential benefits in the situation. Two informed sources stated that the Gulf countries facing Iranian attacks have an increased demand for air defense missiles, which could mean fewer resources available for Ukraine. Furthermore, if the Middle East war becomes prolonged, U.S. arms sales to Kyiv may slow down. However, Khamenei's fate has once again triggered Russia's anxiety over Western attempts at regime change. Putin was reportedly horrified by the video of Gaddafi's death. When asked last June how Russia would respond if Israel assassinated Khamenei, he refused to discuss such a possibility.