The Breakdown
Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu announced that 82% of Russian air defense and anti-ballistic missile defense troops are equipped with modern weapons, with plans to increase this figure to 85% within the next two years. This year, the troops will receive advanced systems such as the S-500 air defense systems, S-400, S-300V4, Buk-M3, Tor-M2U missile complexes, and next-generation radars. The upgraded equipment has helped Russia to scale up its assault in Ukraine.
The Breakdown
- The modernization of Russian air defense troops signifies the country's commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities and staying ahead in terms of advanced weaponry.
- Russian Army's Combat Capabilities and Defense Industry Potential
- According to Shoigu, Russian troops have demonstrated their growing combat capabilities and dispelled the myth of Western weapon superiority in the special military operation area. This showcases the potential of the country's defense industry, which has significantly increased the combat capabilities of the Russian Armed Forces.
- Russian troops have proven their effectiveness in combat, highlighting the quality of Russian-made weapons.
- The Kyiv regime's counteroffensive, prepared with NATO instructors, has failed to achieve its goals.
- Russian troops have shown their combat capabilities and debunked the myth of Western weapon superiority, while the country's defense industry has greatly enhanced the combat capabilities of the Russian Armed Forces.
- Shoigu stated that the Pantsyr surface-to-air missile/artillery systems have proven their worth on the battlefield, leading to plans to almost double their deliveries to the troops.
- The decision to increase deliveries of the Pantsyr systems reflects their effectiveness and the importance placed on equipping the troops with advanced air defense capabilities.
