Russia wants to improve its air defense system – including in the capital, which is far from the Ukrainian theater of war. “This year we will complete the modernization of Moscow’s missile defense system,” Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Wednesday. In addition, an air defense division and associated brigade will be formed in the coming months.
Russia invaded neighboring Ukraine more than a year ago. Since then, Russian regions near the border in particular have repeatedly complained about shelling, blaming the Ukrainian side.
Increased shelling and drones, including on Russian territory
Lately there have also been more incidents involving drones. However, the number of casualties and damage is disproportionate to the situation in Ukraine, where, according to UN figures, more than 8,000 civilians have died and entire cities have been destroyed since the start of the offensive war.
Megaparade on Red Square again this year – despite everything
Regardless of the heavy and costly fighting, especially in eastern Ukraine, Shoigu also announced that more than 10,000 Russian soldiers would participate in the traditional military parade on Red Square on May 9 this year.
Source: Krone
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