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Articles with tag "Defense"

pacific missiles

Russia Deploys 3rd Coastal Defense System on Island Chain Claimed by Japan

Moscow and Tokyo's dispute over the Kuril Islands has prevented them from signing a formal peace treaty since the end of World War II.
red lines

Moscow Says West, Ukraine Threaten Russia Security

Putin declined to say whether Moscow planned to move troops across Ukraine's border as the West has been alleging for weeks.
sedimentary sentry

Russian Military Rolls Out ‘Spy Rock’ Robot

"Due to its disguise and ability to change positions, it can come in handy in trench warfare," Zvezda wrote.
advanced arms

Russia Says Latest Tsirkon Hypersonic Missile Test Successful

Russia, the United States, France and China have all been experimenting with so-called hypersonic glide vehicles.
into orbit

Russia Launches Classified Military Satellite

The satellite is believed to be part of the Kremlin's early warning anti-missile system.
'difficult situation'

Russia to Boost Military in Face of ‘Increased NATO Activity'

Moscow maintains that any military buildup near Ukraine is a response to Western military activity near its borders.
deconfliction dialogue

U.S., Russian Military Chiefs Speak on the Phone

Western countries have raised alarm over reported Russian military activity near Ukraine.
next-gen weaponry

Russia Test-Fires Tsirkon Hypersonic Missile in Arctic

“The target was struck with a direct hit,” the Defense Ministry said.
main priority

Russia Calls for Joint Space Safety Efforts After Space Missile Test Threatens ISS

The U.S. denounced Russia’s alleged missile strike that blew up one of its own satellites and created a cloud of space debris.
fatal fall

2 Russian Paratroopers Die in Belarus Drills Jump

Belarus and ally Russia held joint military drills near the western border with Poland where a migrant crisis is unfolding.
snap drills

Russian Paratroopers Land in Belarus as Tensions Simmer Over Migrant Crisis

Russian and Belarusian troops will carry out joint tactical exercises at a site located kilometers from the border of EU member Poland.
seeking answers

Russian Movements at Ukraine Border 'Rather Worrying' – EU

Washington this week demanded explanations from Moscow over reports of "unusual Russian activity near Ukraine."
never-before-seen

Russia Teases New S-550 Missile System

Putin has “placed special emphasis” on the development of air and missile defense systems, Defense Minister Shoigu said.
innovation instruction

Putin Calls for Boost to Drone Arsenal With AI

Drone development is part of a major push for weapons development under Putin.
unexplained movements

Ukraine Denies Russian Military Buildup on Border as Defense Minister Quits

The reports of a Russian military buildup raised fears of a new escalation in fighting with pro-Moscow separatists.
DISCIPLINARY ACTION

Honor Guard ‘Punished’ for Servicing Russia’s First in a Century Royal Wedding – Reports

The ceremonial guard formed a saber arch for the couple during the lavish ceremony.
'private conversation'

Top U.S., Russian Generals Meet in Helsinki

The meeting comes amid Washington's hopes for support to continue surveillance of extremists in Afghanistan.
peace mission 2021

Russia, China Hold Joint Anti-Terror Drills – TASS

The drills come as the two powers seek to fill a regional security void left by the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan.
‘Zapad-2021’

Russia, Belarus Launch Massive Military Drills as NATO Watches

The drills are described as Europe’s largest military exercises in decades.
cold waters

Russia Kicks Off Arctic Military Drills to Secure Sea Route

Some 8,000 troops, 120 aircraft and 50 warships have been deployed across Russia’s strategic shipping lane in the fast-melting Arctic.
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