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Articles with tag "Defense"

Deep Sea Deployment

Navy: New Attack Submarines Will Sail for Northern Fleet

The Russian Defense Ministry has definitively approved the deployment of Yasen-class submarines.
war on coronavirus

How is the Russian Military Fighting the Coronavirus?

From new medical centers to anti-epidemic drills, Russia's Armed Forces are preparing for an escalation of the epidemic.
no panic

Russian Military Says Busloads of Troops Near Moscow ‘Routine’

Footage of a bus convoy with men in military fatigues sparked speculation that Moscow could enter a coronavirus lockdown.
unwanted aid

80% of Russia’s Coronavirus Aid to Italy ‘Useless’ – La Stampa

Sources claimed that Putin is pursuing geopolitical and diplomatic opportunities in Italy with the military aid package.
off the radar

Russian Fighter Jet Crashes Near Crimea, Pilot Missing

At least six vessels and two aircraft are involved in the search mission, which authorities say is hampered by bad weather. 
threat from the west

‘Pro-Western’ Activists Posing as Journalists Are Infiltrating Russia’s Military, Defense Minister Claims

The defense minister didn’t specify which journalists or news organizations he was referring to.
DO IT YOURSELF

Russian Military Doctors Told to Sew Their Own Masks as Coronavirus Sparks Shortages

The RBC outlet reported that medical staff have been ordered to produce 50 masks per week.
air escort

U.S., Canadian Jets Intercept Russian Reconnaissance Aircraft

The Russian aircraft entered and remained in the air defense identification zone for about four hours.
Air and sea

Russia Stages First Ship-Launched ‘Tsirkon’ Hypersonic Missile Test

Russia is reportedly planning more test-launches of the missile from nuclear submarines this year.
UGLY TRUTH

More Than a Decade After Military Reform, Hazing Still Plagues the Russian Army

Many believe bullying is a rite of passage for a "real man."
in flight

Russia's Air Force Stages Far East Training Flights

Pilots flew Su-35S fighter jets and MiG-31 interceptor jets to simulate an air battle with enemy aircraft.
space spies

Russian Satellites Stalking U.S. Satellite – Space Force Chief

The Russian satellites’ behavior “has the potential to create a dangerous situation in space,” the head of the newly formed Space Force said.
opinion
Anton Mardasov and Kirill Semenov for Riddle

Will Russia Deliver the S-400 to Iran After Ukrainian Passenger Plane Downing?

Moscow needs to figure out how to maintain ties with Tehran’s opponents without missing the opportunity to sell defense systems.
Ahead of schedule

Russia Eyes Early Delivery of Advanced S-500 Air Defense System

The S-500 Prometheus is touted as being capable of intercepting stealth warplanes.
taking off

Russia’s Advanced Su-35S Fighter Flight Shown on Video

The Zvezda news channel said it was the western military district’s first batch of Su-35S jets.
Test run

Putin Oversees Hypersonic Missile Test in Crimea

The exercises involved more than 30 ships, a Black Sea Fleet submarine and more than 40 Aerospace Forces aircraft.
New weapons

Russia Deploys First Hypersonic Avangard ICBM Missile

Officials say the ICBM flies 27 times faster than the speed of sound.
big guns

‘They’re Trying to Catch Up’: Putin’s Defense Speech in Quotes

Putin reviewed Russia's new weapons and military developments of 2019.
knock knock

Security Forces Kidnap Kremlin Critic, Force Him Into Army – Reports

Security forces broke down Shaveddinov's door in a raid, Navalny aides said.
Talking points

Russian Army Gen. Gerasimov, in Quotes

Russia's Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces discussed the country's arms and strategies during a speech.
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